The Obelisk

The Obelisk is a novel written by Jennings Hargrave that tells the story of a group of archaeologists who embark on a dangerous expedition to uncover the secrets of an ancient Egyptian obelisk. The obelisk is believed to hold the key to unlocking the mysteries of the pharaohs and their civilization. The team consists of a diverse group of individuals, each with their own motivations for joining the expedition. As they delve deeper into the obelisk, they begin to uncover a dark and sinister force that threatens to consume them all. The book is a thrilling adventure that takes readers on a journey through the mysteries of ancient Egypt, while also exploring themes of power, greed, and the consequences of playing with forces beyond our control. The Obelisk is a must-read for fans of action-packed adventure stories and anyone with an interest in ancient history and mythology.1877. Notices of the origin, purpose and history of obelisks. Jennings discusses the origin, meaning, purpose and history of not only obelisks, but monoliths in general. He talks of the principle obelisks and monolithic votive stones and their transport to several sites, as well as the connection of these stupendous monuments with the religions of antiquity and with faith in general.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.