Excerpts From An Egyptian Manuscript (1916)

Excerpts From An Egyptian Manuscript is a book written by Kingsbury Esryer and originally published in 1916. The book is a collection of translated excerpts from an ancient Egyptian manuscript, which is believed to have been written during the reign of Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The manuscript is said to contain a wealth of information about ancient Egyptian culture, religion, and daily life.The book begins with an introduction by Esryer, in which he explains the history and significance of the manuscript. He then presents the translated excerpts, which cover a wide range of topics, including the Egyptian creation myth, the role of the pharaoh, the importance of the Nile River, and the practice of mummification.Throughout the book, Esryer provides commentary and analysis on the translated passages, offering insights into the meaning and significance of the ancient Egyptian texts. He also includes illustrations and photographs to help readers visualize the world of ancient Egypt.Overall, Excerpts From An Egyptian Manuscript is a fascinating glimpse into the world of ancient Egypt, offering readers a unique perspective on one of the world's oldest and most mysterious civilizations.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.