The Decrees of Memphis and Canopus: Vol. I (Routledge Revivals)

The Rosetta Stone

Nonfiction, History, Ancient History, Egypt
Cover of the book The Decrees of Memphis and Canopus: Vol. I (Routledge Revivals) by E. A. Wallis Budge, Taylor and Francis
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: E. A. Wallis Budge ISBN: 9781317654902
Publisher: Taylor and Francis Publication: August 1, 2014
Imprint: Routledge Language: English
Author: E. A. Wallis Budge
ISBN: 9781317654902
Publisher: Taylor and Francis
Publication: August 1, 2014
Imprint: Routledge
Language: English

This is the first of three volumes exploring some of the most remarkable insights into Ancient Egypt to have come to light in modern times. The first two volumes deal with the Rosetta Stone, an outstanding archaeological discovery that has supplied the basis for Egyptian decipherment; the final volume explores the "Stele of Canopus", discovered in 1866.

The significance of the Rosetta Stone lies in the three different languages that are inscribed onto it: Koine Greek, Demotic Egyptian, and, crucially, Hieroglyphic. This has facilitated a vast increase in our understanding of the sacred language of Ancient Egypt, as well as enhancing our understanding of the nature of kingship at a time of immense cultural transformation.

First published in 1904, this reissue provides an accessible general introduction to this fascinating subject, useful for the amateur enthusiast as well as undergraduate students.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

This is the first of three volumes exploring some of the most remarkable insights into Ancient Egypt to have come to light in modern times. The first two volumes deal with the Rosetta Stone, an outstanding archaeological discovery that has supplied the basis for Egyptian decipherment; the final volume explores the "Stele of Canopus", discovered in 1866.

The significance of the Rosetta Stone lies in the three different languages that are inscribed onto it: Koine Greek, Demotic Egyptian, and, crucially, Hieroglyphic. This has facilitated a vast increase in our understanding of the sacred language of Ancient Egypt, as well as enhancing our understanding of the nature of kingship at a time of immense cultural transformation.

First published in 1904, this reissue provides an accessible general introduction to this fascinating subject, useful for the amateur enthusiast as well as undergraduate students.

More books from Taylor and Francis

Cover of the book Water Management, Food Security and Sustainable Agriculture in Developing Economies by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Work and the Image: v. 2: Work in Modern Times - Visual Mediations and Social Processes by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Handbook of Educational Psychology by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Virtue Ethics and Confucianism by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Back to the Basics of Teaching and Learning by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Ben Jonson by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book German Perspectives on Right-Wing Extremism by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Marine Cargo Insurance by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Regional Organizations in African Security by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Pension Reforms in Central, Eastern and Southeastern Europe by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Aid and the Political Economy of Policy Change by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Migrant Workers in Russia by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Dual Legacies in the Contemporary Caribbean by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book The Psychology of Doping in Sport by E. A. Wallis Budge
Cover of the book Event Impact by E. A. Wallis Budge
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy