G. Elliot Smith

A collection of articles from the Daily Telegraph's 1922 reporting on Howard Carter's discovery and excavation of the ancient Egyptian tomb of Tutankhamen. Howard Carter (1874-1939) was an English Egyptologist who discovered and led the excavation of Pharaoh Tutankhamen's tomb in November 1922. This series of articles was written by G. Elliot Smith for the Daily Telegraph, and they offer commentary on the wider meaning of the incredible discovery. Hidden by rubble and debris, the tomb remained largely intact for over 30 centuries, making it the best-preserved royal burial from ancient Egypt. Delve into the excitement of this renowned expedition and immerse yourself in Howard Carter's archaeological breakthrough. The chapters featured in this volume include: - Exploration of the Theban Tombs of the Kings - Tutankhamen - The Significance of the Discovery - The Valley of the Tombs - The Story of the Flood - Getting to Heaven - The Ethics of Desecration

A collection of articles from the Daily Telegraph's 1922 reporting on Howard Carter's discovery and excavation of the ancient Egyptian tomb of Tutankhamen. Howard Carter (1874-1939) was an English Egyptologist who discovered and led the excavation of Pharaoh Tutankhamen's tomb in November 1922. G. Elliot Smith wrote this series of articles for the Daily Telegraph, and they offer commentary on the wider meaning of the incredible discovery. Hidden by rubble and debris, the tomb remained largely intact for over 30 centuries, making it the best-preserved royal burial from ancient Egypt. Delve into the excitement of this renowned expedition and immerse yourself in Howard Carter's archaeological breakthrough. The chapters featured in this volume include: Exploration of the Theban Tombs of the KingsTutankhamenThe Significance of the DiscoveryThe Valley of the TombsThe Story of the FloodGetting to HeavenThe Ethics of Desecration

Explore the origins, history, and evolution of the dragon, a creature that dominates transcultural mythology and folklore. In The Evolution of the Dragon, G. Elliot Smith presents a compelling study of comparative mythology, tracing the dragon's transformation across cultures and history. From water and rain gods to fiery symbols of the devil, this timeless beast has taken on countless forms and meanings in human storytelling. First published in 1919, this book is a collection of three lecture series essays, exploring how dragons have been symbolised across the globe. In some traditions, the dragon represents life, vitality, and the forces of nature, and in others it embodies chaos or malevolence. Yet, despite their differences, almost every culture shares a version of this mythical creature, making it a universal symbol of humanity's imagination and beliefs.

2022 Reprint of the 1923 Illustrated Edition. Exact facsimile of the original edition and not reproduced with Optical Recognition Software. Dr. Smith deals only with the most ancient, that is, the earliest Egyptians, and he traces their influence not only upon the civilization of Europe, but also, and in the first place, upon that of northern Africa and western Asia. To read him on this subject is indeed to be enlightened, and every historian must read with attention the remarkable conclusions to which he has been led by his experience in the dissection of mummies (gained in the course of his medical work at Cairo) in connection with the scientific archeological work of Dr. Reisner and his assistants in Lower Nubia. This monograph, in its second, hard-to-locate edition, proposes a connection between prehistoric monumental European sites and those of the Pyramid Age in Egypt. Using ethnicity as a basis, Smith ties the ancient peoples of Egypt to those of Syria and discusses how Egyptian culture spread from its point of origin. It is to Smith's "...lasting credit that he, first with an intuition transcending mere anatomy, perceived in Egypt the essential threads of primitive culture and civilization and out of them wove, on the loom of his genius, the tapestry of human history." Obituary, The British Medical Journal: Vol. 1, No. 3967 (Jan. 16, 1937), p. 149

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Conflict And Dreams is a book written by W. H. R. Rivers, a British anthropologist and psychologist. The book is a collection of essays that explore the relationship between conflict and dreams, drawing on Rivers' extensive research in both fields. Rivers argues that dreams are a reflection of our inner conflicts, and that by analyzing our dreams we can gain a deeper understanding of our psychological makeup. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of dreams in tribal societies, the psychological effects of war, and the interpretation of dreams in psychoanalysis. Rivers' writing is clear and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of psychology and anthropology. This is a new release of the original 1923 edition. 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.

""Tutankhamen and the Discovery of His Tomb"" is a historical account of the discovery of the tomb of the ancient Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen by the late Earl of Carnarvon and Mr. Howard Carter. The book chronicles the events leading up to the discovery, including the Earl's financial backing of Carter's excavation efforts and their search for the tomb. The book also provides a detailed description of the tomb and its contents, including the famous gold mask of Tutankhamen. The author, G. Elliot Smith, was a renowned Egyptologist and provides valuable insights into the historical significance of the discovery and its impact on the field of archaeology. The book is a fascinating read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history, archaeology, or the story of one of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. This is a new release of the original 1923 edition. 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.