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OverviewThis sumptuous book invites you to follow the course of the Nile and Egyptian history on board a floating historical monument, the Steam Ship Sudan. At 100 years old, and made of wood and copper, it is the last steamship still cruising in Upper Egypt and the only survivor of a flotilla established by Sir Thomas Cook at the beginning of the 20th century. Illustrious personalities from British and American high society travelled on board this prestigious ship archaeologists, diplomats, actors and writers, including Agatha Christie who drew inspiration from it for Death on the Nile. AUTHOR: The preface writer, Robert Solé, is one of the best French specialists on Egypt, his country of origin. He is the author of several novels, including Une soirée au Caire (Seuil, 2010), and acclaimed essays, such as Egypt, the French passion and The loving dictionary of Egypt. Collective of authors - Writers and journalists: Philibert Humm, the Interallié Prize winner in 2022, and writer & journalist for Paris Match, Tom Barber, Claudine Tourner d'Ison, Tom Holland, Baptiste Brinad / Photographers and illustrators: Alain Bouldyure, Denis Dailleux, Sébastien Zanella, Nour Elmassry, Clemente Vergara. SELLING POINTS: . 2022 marked the bicentenary of deciphering of Rosetta Stone hieroglyphics . A great book about a legendary ship created by Thomas Cook one hundred years ago . A collective of Egypt enthusiasts and specialists . The first reference work on the spirit and extraordinary modernity of a mythical journey . The ideal gift for all lovers of Egypt and travel 200 colour, 100 b/w illustrations Full Product DetailsAuthor: Jean-François Rial , Robert SolePublisher: Michel albin SA Imprint: Michel albin SA Dimensions: Width: 24.40cm , Height: 2.80cm , Length: 29.30cm Weight: 1.434kg ISBN: 9782226488084ISBN 10: 2226488081 Pages: 260 Publication Date: 07 November 2023 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsChapter I : HISTORY THE ORIGINS OF EGYPTOLOGY FIVE THOUSAND YEARS OF HISTORY THE BIRTH OF TOURISM Chapter II : STEAMERS THE DAY OF THE STEAMERS STEAM SHIP SUDAN PORTRAIT OF A CENTENARIAN A CRUISE IN STYLE CABINS & SUITES THE CREW Chapter III : ALONG THE NILE Chapter IV : PORTRAITS OF EGYPT WHO’S WHO OF THE ORIGINS OF EGYPTOMANIA CONTEMPORARY EGYPT BY DENIS DAILLEUXReviewsAuthor InformationThe preface writer, Robert Solé, is one of the best French specialists on Egypt, his country of origin. He is the author of several novels, including Une soirée au Caire (Seuil, 2010), and acclaimed essays, such as Egypt, the French passion and The loving dictionary of Egypt. Collective of authors - Writers and journalists: Philibert Humm, the Interallié Prize winner in 2022, and writer & journalist for Paris Match, Tom Barber, Claudine Tourner d'Ison, Tom Holland, Baptiste Brinad / Photographers and illustrators: Alain Bouldyure, Denis Dailleux, Sébastien Zanella, Nour Elmassry, Clemente Vergara. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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