A Short History Of The Egyptian Obelisks (1877)

""A Short History of the Egyptian Obelisks"" is a book written by William Ricketts Cooper and published in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history and significance of the obelisks of ancient Egypt. Cooper begins by tracing the origin of the obelisk and its evolution as an architectural form in ancient Egypt. He then goes on to describe the various obelisks that were erected in Egypt, their purpose, and their significance.The book also covers the transportation of obelisks to other parts of the world, including Rome, where many of them still stand today. Cooper provides detailed information about the methods used to transport these massive structures and the challenges faced by the engineers and workers involved in the process.Throughout the book, Cooper draws on a wealth of historical and archaeological sources to provide a fascinating account of the obelisks of ancient Egypt. He also includes illustrations and photographs of many of the obelisks he discusses, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and architecture of ancient Egypt.Overall, ""A Short History of the Egyptian Obelisks"" is a well-researched and engaging book that provides a unique insight into one of the most iconic architectural forms of ancient Egypt.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.