Cleopatra's Needle

Cleopatra's Needle: A History Of The London Obelisk With An Exposition Of The Hieroglyphics is a book written by James King in 1886. The book provides a detailed history of the London Obelisk, also known as Cleopatra's Needle, which was brought to London from Egypt in the late 19th century. The author explores the origins of the obelisk, its construction, and its journey to London. The book also includes an exposition of the hieroglyphics on the obelisk, providing readers with an understanding of the ancient Egyptian language and culture. The author uses a combination of historical research and personal observations to create a comprehensive and engaging account of one of London's most iconic landmarks. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Egypt, the history of London, or the art of hieroglyphics.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.