M. Champollion-Figeac - Égypte Ancienne - 1839

Fascinating original illustrated edition of 92 plates and a folded map of Egypt. This reference work on ancient Egypt is a historical and ethnographic masterwork by Jacques-Joseph Champollion-Figeac -

The author, brother and collaborator of the famous decipherer of hieroglyphs, presents a synthesis of knowledge accumulated thanks to archaeological discoveries and the deciphering of Egyptian texts, offering the reader a precise and well-documented view of Egyptian society, the daily life of the pharaohs and the populations, as well as funeral and religious rites -

The work also analyzes emblematic monuments such as pyramids, temples and tombs, detailing their architecture, symbolism and social and religious function -

Champollion-Figeac strives to show the coherence of a structured civilization, founded on complex institutions, refined art and a hieroglyphic writing rich in meanings -

The book also explores the material and intellectual culture of ancient Egypt, including crafts, agricultural techniques, the sciences and literature, while highlighting the importance of religion and mythology in social and political organization -

Mr. Champollion-Figeac - Ancient Egypt - 1839 - Firmin Didot Frères -
500 pages.

Condition of the binding: reasonable; the work in its full original soft-covered edition, wear from use, damaged back with missing material, some flaws on boards and back, binding still solid, rounded corners, worn edges, smooth back titled in white, fine engravings on the boards -

Good interior condition, small stains and damp traces, text in two columns, work enriched with 92 plates and a folded map of Egypt, ex-libris –

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