A pioneering Egyptologist, dedicated to careful, methodical and economical research, Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853–1942) made Near... Show moreA pioneering Egyptologist, dedicated to careful, methodical and economical research, Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853–1942) made Near Eastern archaeology a much more rigorous and scientific discipline. This 1906 publication covers Petrie's work in the Sinai Peninsula, investigating the historical and biblical significance of the region, especially as it related to the Exodus. Copiously illustrated with photographs, the book depicts the region's climate, geography and antiquities, recording the logistical and archaeological processes that characterised Petrie's approach. Notable is the material on ancient turquoise mines and a Middle Kingdom temple at Serabit el-Khadim, where inscriptions in the previously unknown Proto-Sinaitic script were discovered. Several chapters by Charles T. Currelly (1876–1957) record additional travels and observations. Petrie wrote prolifically throughout his long career, and a great many of his other publications are also reissued in this series. William Matthew Flinders Petrie. Show less
Extrait de la "Revue archéologique", 1906, I, p. 1-29, p. 385-414 ; t. II, p. 7-36, p. 225-252, p. 390-401 ; 1907, t. I, p. 18-30. A rare... Show moreExtrait de la "Revue archéologique", 1906, I, p. 1-29, p. 385-414 ; t. II, p. 7-36, p. 225-252, p. 390-401 ; 1907, t. I, p. 18-30. A rare presentation set of offprint first edition comprising the complete Notes on a Journey through Cilicia and Lycaonia. Main Heritage Shelves General DS156.C5 B45 1906 Book Item-ID: i25109194 BIB-ID: 2622547 Show less