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`exhaustive study of the technical aspects of pharaonic stone masonry ... Arnold has trawled assiduously through museum collections and excavation reports. The result is a book that, like the best Egyptological work, makes the most of a disparate reservoir of textual and archaeological sources. Arnold's detailed and pragmatic discussion of evidence for construction ramps, bedding joints and systems of level holes does a great deal to dispel the sensationalism surrounding the creation of the pyramids.'Ian Shaw, Antiquaries Journal, Vol. 71
Reprint of the leading book on the methods of stone construction in Egypt from the beginnings at the pyramid complex of Djoser at Saqqara in 2700 B.C. through the pyramids of the Old and Middle Kingdoms to the hypostyle hall at Karnak and other buildings.
The book covers the production, quarrying, and transport of stone and tools used in the buildings, and combats speculative literature on how the builders solved certain technical problems.
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Trade Paperback. Zustand: Used - Very Good. This book traces methods of Egyptian stone construction during the pharaonic period, from the construction of the step pyramids at Saqqara to the obelisks of Tuthmosis III to the temples of Rameses II at Thebes. Dr. Arnold covers all aspects of building, including planning, measuring, quarrying and production, transporting heavy monuments, building, digging shafts, repairing damages, and securing tombs. Richly illustrated with photos and field drawings by the author, ancient representations of building activities, and illustrations of tools and objects in museum collections, this book offers a frank appraisal of current knowledge of the process of Egyptian stone construction. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 76368
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Paperback. 316p. A large softcover book in near-fine condition. Head of spine bumped; otherwise clean and tight. An illustrated study of ancient Egyptian stone construction. Measures approx. 11.75" x 8.5". Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 179615
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