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Archaeology and Geology of Ancient Egyptian Stones
Harrell, James A. (Emeritus Professor of Geology, University of Toledo)
Archaeology and Geology of Ancient Egyptian Stones
Harrell, James A. (Emeritus Professor of Geology, University of Toledo)
This book seeks to identify and describe all the rocks and minerals employed by the ancient Egyptians using proper geological nomenclature, and to give an account of their sources in so far as they are known. The various uses of the stones are described, as well as the technologies employed to extract, transport, carve, and thermally treat them.
1074 pages, 1,100 black & white figures, 58 tables and 54 colour plates
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | May 2, 2024 |
ISBN13 | 9781803275819 |
Publishers | Archaeopress |
Pages | 570 |
Dimensions | 290 × 204 × 33 mm · 3.86 kg |
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