Procrustes or, the future of English education (Edition2) - Couverture souple

E P Brome Weigall, Arthur

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 9374122782 ISBN 13 : 9789374122785

Editeur : Alpha Editions, 2025

Synopsis

Beneath the burning Egyptian sun, where the Nile's waters once shimmered with secrets and the tombs and pyramids rose in silent testimony to vanished dynasties, an ancient world stirs to life once more. In a time when the modern gaze seeks meaning in the shadows of the past, this evocative volume opens the gates to the grandeur and enigma of Egyptian civilisation, guiding readers through more than three millennia of pharaohs, rituals, and Nile river culture. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, it has been restored for today's and future generations, rekindling the fascination that has long surrounded the pharaohs of Egypt and their extraordinary legacy. Within these pages, the reader journeys from the dawn of ancient Egypt in 3000 BC, through the rise and fall of dynasties, to the awe-inspiring feats of architectural genius that still command the desert skyline. The narrative unravels the intricate tapestry of daily life, religious devotion, and the relentless quest for immortality that shaped the Nile valley civilisation. Drawing on the discoveries that captivated the world, including the legendary unsealing of Tutankhamun's tomb by Howard Carter, the text offers a vivid, authoritative window into the mysteries that continue to intrigue history enthusiasts and students of archaeology alike. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, meticulously prepared for those who cherish the enduring allure of Egyptology books and the pulse of ancient stories. Its literary and historical significance lies not only in the depth of its research but in the elegance of its storytelling, inviting both casual explorers and classic-collection buyers to immerse themselves in a civilisation whose echoes still shape our sense of wonder.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Alpha Editions
• Date d'édition: 2025
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9374122782
• ISBN 13: 9789374122785
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 212
• Coordonnées du fabricant: EDITIONS GALLIMARD; ufficio.anagrafiche@meli.it; ; Via Verdi, 8.; Assago Milano; 20090; Italie