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Cleopatra's Needle (Classic Reprint)
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book offers a captivating account of the negotiations surrounding the transportation of Cleopatra's Needle from Alexandria to New York City in the late nineteenth century. The author, a U.S. Consul-General stationed in Egypt at the time, provides a firsthand perspective on the diplomatic maneuvering and political intrigue that surrounded this monumental project. The book delves into the international competition for ownership of ancient Egyptian artifacts, showcasing the tensions between European powers, particularly England and France, and the desires of the Egyptian government to control its own cultural heritage. By meticulously recounting the back-and-forth between the U.S. government and Egyptian officials, the author reveals the motivations behind the gift of Cleopatra's Needle and exposes the complexities of international diplomacy in a rapidly changing world. The book offers a unique window into a fascinating period in history, revealing the interconnectedness of politics, culture, and national pride in the quest to possess a symbol of antiquity. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9780282935726_0
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Cleopatra's Needle: An Account of the Negotiations Leading Up to Its Gift to the City of New York by the Khedive of Egypt, Its Removal and Its History and Inscriptions Reprinted From "Egypt and Its Betrayal" (Classic Reprint)
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282935726
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Cleopatra's Needle: An Account of the Negotiations Leading Up to Its Gift to the City of New York by the Khedive of Egypt, Its Removal and Its History and Inscriptions Reprinted From "Egypt and Its Betrayal" (Classic Reprint)
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9780282935726
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