Heading: (Egypt)
Author: Naville, Edouard & T. Eric Peet
Title: The Cemeteries of Abydos Parts I & II; The 33rd and 34th Memoirs of the Egypt Exploration Fund
Place Published: London
Publisher:The Egypt Exploration Fund
Date Published: 1914
Description:

2 volumes. With chapters by H.R. Hall & Kathleen Haddon. Illustrated with 60 plates consisting primarily of B&W photographs but also diagrams, blueprints, and maps. 30.8x24.5 cm (12¼x9¾"), cloth backed paper boards, lettering on covers in black, spine lettering in red. First Edition.

Considered one of the most important archaeological sites in Egypt, the sacred city of Abydos was the site of many ancient temples, including Umm el-Qa'ab, a royal necropolis where early pharaohs were entombed. These tombs began to be seen as extremely significant burials and in later times it became desirable to be buried in the area, leading to the growth of the town's importance as a cult site.

Toning to the edges of boards, some touches of wear and scuffing; very good.