Publisher's Synopsis
A Thousand Miles Up The Nile is a travelogue written by Amelia B. Edwards, detailing her journey along the Nile River in Egypt. The book is divided into two volumes, with the first volume covering her journey from Cairo to Abu Simbel. Edwards provides detailed descriptions of the ancient ruins and monuments she encounters along the way, including the pyramids of Giza, the temples of Karnak and Luxor, and the tombs of the Valley of the Kings. She also describes the people she meets, their customs and daily lives, and the natural beauty of the Nile River and surrounding landscapes. Edwards' writing is vivid and engaging, providing readers with a fascinating glimpse into Egypt's history and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
