A very RARE and beautiful and interesting book...1857 second edition. ..."Lettres sur l'Egypte written by J. Barthélémy Saint-Hilaire. Lettres Sur L'Égypte offers a fascinating glimpse into 19th-century Egypt through the eyes of Jules Barthélemy Saint-Hilaire. Comprising a series of letters, this work provides vivid descriptions and insightful observations on Egyptian society, culture, and landscapes during a transformative period. Saint-Hilaire's detailed accounts cover a range of topics, from the daily lives of ordinary Egyptians to the grand monuments of ancient civilizations. The letters serve as both a travelogue and a social commentary, capturing the essence of a nation undergoing modernization while preserving its historical identity. Inside scattered stains but overall good with text readable, title page and a blank page before title page repaired with tape. Ancient few tiny signs of wormhole on margins of pages from beginning to end not affecting text. Externally light wear around edges and corners, shelfwear. Scarce