Publisher's Synopsis
The Book of the Dead V1: The Papyrus of Ani, Scribe and Treasurer of the Temples of Egypt, about B.C. 1490 (1913) is a comprehensive book written by Ernest Alfred Wallis Budge. The book is a translation of the ancient Egyptian funerary text known as the Book of the Dead, which was used by the ancient Egyptians to guide the souls of the dead through the afterlife. The text is based on the papyrus of Ani, a scribe and treasurer of the temples of Egypt who lived around 1490 BC.The book is divided into chapters, each of which deals with a specific aspect of the afterlife. The chapters cover topics such as the journey of the soul through the underworld, the judgment of the dead, and the various gods and goddesses that the deceased will encounter in the afterlife. The book also includes illustrations and hieroglyphic texts from the original papyrus.The Book of the Dead V1: The Papyrus of Ani, Scribe and Treasurer of the Temples of Egypt, about B.C. 1490 (1913) is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian religion and culture. The book provides a fascinating insight into the beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians and their views on the afterlife. It is also an important historical document, providing a glimpse into the life of Ani and the role of scribes and treasurers in ancient Egyptian society. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egypt and its culture.In Two Volumes.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.
