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100 1 _aEdwards, Amelia B.,
_d1831-1892
245 1 2 _aA thousand miles up the Nile
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2023
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2023-04-16
505 0 _aCairo and the Great Pyramid -- Cairo and the Mecca pilgrimage -- Cairo to Bedreshayn -- Sakkârah and Memphis -- Bedreshayn to Minieh -- Minieh to Siût -- Siût to Denderah -- Thebes and Karnak -- Thebes to Assûan -- Assûan and Elephantine -- The cataract and the desert -- Philæ -- Philæ to Korosko -- Korosko to Abou Simbel -- Rameses the Great -- Abou Simbel -- The second cataract -- Discoveries at Abou Simbel -- Back through Nubia -- Silsilis and Edfu -- Thebes -- Abydus and Cairo.
508 _aChuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images available at The Internet Archive)
520 _a"A Thousand Miles Up the Nile" by Amelia B. Edwards is a travel narrative and exploration account written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the author’s journey up the Nile River in Egypt, vividly depicting the landscapes, cultures, and historic sites encountered along the way. The narrative likely focuses on the experiences of the author and her companion as they delve into the wonders of ancient Egypt, blending personal anecdotes with observations about the local customs and historical significance of the sites they visit. The opening of the book sets the stage for a grand adventure, starting with the author's arrival in Cairo and the bustling atmosphere of Shepheard’s Hotel, where travelers from various backgrounds converge. The initial chapters describe the author's impressions of the rich culture, vibrant bazaars, and monumental landmarks like the Great Pyramid. Through detailed descriptions and personal reflections, Edwards captures the essence of Egyptian life, highlighting the contrast between modern travelers and the timelessness of the ancient world. The narrative promises a journey that combines historical insights with the excitement of exploration along the legendary Nile. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _pOriginally published:
_cUnited States: A.L.Burt, 1888
653 _aEgypt -- Description and travel
653 _aNile River -- Description and travel
653 _aEgypt -- History -- 19th century
856 4 _uhttps://archive.org/details/thousandmilesupn00amel/mode/1up
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/70565
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