The Hieroglyphics Of Horapollo Nilous (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162968117)

The Hieroglyphics Of Horapollo Nilous is a book written by Alexander Turner Cory, which explores the ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics and their meanings. The book is based on the work of Horapollo Nilous, an Egyptian priest who lived in the 5th century AD and wrote a treatise on the hieroglyphics. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part providing an introduction to the hieroglyphics and their history, and the second part containing a translation of Horapollo's treatise. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture and language, as it provides insights into the symbolism and meaning behind the hieroglyphics. It also sheds light on the Egyptian worldview and their understanding of the natural world. The author, Alexander Turner Cory, was a 19th-century American writer and scholar who was interested in ancient languages and cultures. He translated several works on ancient languages, including the Hieroglyphics of Horapollo Nilous. His translation is considered to be one of the most accurate and comprehensive translations of Horapollo's treatise. Overall, The Hieroglyphics Of Horapollo Nilous is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian culture and language, and provides a fascinating insight into the symbolism and meaning behind the hieroglyphics.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Alexander Turner Cory
ISBN-10: 1162968117
ISBN-13: 9781162968117
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.57lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.40d