The Egyptian Pyramids: A Comprehensive, Illustrated Reference - Couverture souple

Lepre, J.P.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0786429550 ISBN 13 : 9780786429554

Editeur : McFarland & Co Inc, 2006

Synopsis

This generously illustrated work is the most complete reference book ever published on these fascinating and compelling structures of the ancient world.

Facts on each of the 42 pharaohs and the monuments they constructed (and commentary from the author who has extensively explored them) include all elements of each pyramid complex that have been discovered, and whether a sarcophagus and mummy have been located. Cross-sectional diagrams and floor plans are provided for all pyramids so far uncovered, as well as photographs where available. Longer essays discuss in painstaking detail the unusual features of such as the Bent Pyramid of Pharaoh Sneferu and the Great Pyramid of Pharaoh Khufu. Eight appendices include a comparison of Egyptian to Aztec and Mayan pyramids; and notable pyramid authors and explorers. The resulting book offers solutions to many of the intriguing mysteries long associated with the pyramids in addition to tantalizing suggestions of discoveries yet to be made.

A propos du livre

À propos de l?auteur

The late J.P. Lepre lived in Providence, Rhode Island.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: McFarland & Co Inc
• Date d'édition: 2006
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 0786429550
• ISBN 13: 9780786429554
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 359
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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