AN ACCOUNT OF THE MANNERS AND CUSTOMS OF THE MODERN EGYPTIANS, Written in Egypt During the Years 1833, -34, and -35, Partly from Notes Made During a Former Visit to that Country in the Years 1825, -26, -27 and - 28.

2 volumes. Fifth Edition, With Numerous Additions and Improvements, From a Copy Annotated by the Author With 130 illustrations through the two volumes, appearing in both text and as full-page plates. 8vo, publisher's original cloth, the spine panels lettered in gilt. xxiii, 386; viii, 379 pp. A very fine set, beautifully preserved, as pristine and near mint, hinges and text-blocks both in excellent condition, very scarce in this condition.

Edizione: a very fine work on many aspects of egyptian manners up to the middle of the nineteenth century. illustrated throughout, the books were acknowledged for their accuracy and scope. they were reprinted many times well into the 20th century and have long been considered one of the most astute texts on egypt and the egyptians into the 20th century. subjects included in the chapters relate to the country and climate, religion and laws, government, domestic life, society, language, literature, science, superstitions and magic, alchemy, industry, tobacco, bath, games and music, public celebrations and festivals as well as many more subjects. a complete work on egypt.