Egypt: La Mort De Philae (1910)

Egypt: La Mort De Philae (1910) is a book written by French author Pierre Loti. The book is about the death of the ancient Egyptian temple of Philae, which was submerged after the construction of the Aswan Dam. Loti describes the temple's beauty and significance, and laments its loss. He also reflects on the impact of modern technology on ancient civilizations and the importance of preserving historical sites. The book is a poignant tribute to the lost temple and a commentary on the destructive power of progress. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history, archaeology, and the preservation of cultural heritage.This Book Is In English.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.