About The Book: A Thousand Miles Up the Nile (1877) by Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards is a travelogue recounting her journey through Egypt, from Cairo to Abu Simbel. Combining vivid descriptions of landscapes, monuments, and daily life with historical and archaeological insights, Edwards brings ancient Egypt to life for Victorian readers. Her observations highlight the grandeur of the Nile, the temples, and the people she encounters, blending personal adventure with scholarly curiosity. The book inspired interest in Egyptology and preservation of antiquities.
Author: Amelia Ann Blanford Edwards
Pages: 307
Edition: 1878
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