The Sacred Beetle a Popular Treatise on Egyptian Scarabs in Art and History

The Sacred Beetle by John Ward is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of the role of scarabs in ancient Egyptian art and history. Scarabs, or beetles, were a central symbol in Egyptian culture, representing rebirth, transformation, and the cyclical nature of life. Through detailed analysis of scarab iconography and the archaeological record, Ward illuminates the various ways in which scarabs were used in ancient Egypt, from amulets and jewelry to royal seals and funerary art. The book also explores the cultural and religious significance of scarabs, including their association with the god Khepri and their use in funerary rituals. Ward's accessible writing style and numerous illustrations make this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the fascinating world of ancient Egyptian art and culture.1902. Five hundred examples of scarabs and cylinders. An illustrated catalogue of Ward's collection of several hundred Scarabs and Cylinders gathered during his many wanderings by the Nile. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.