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The Great Pyramid in Fact and Theory

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""The Great Pyramid in Fact and Theory"" by William Kingsland is a comprehensive study of the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the most iconic structures in human history. The book delves into the history, architecture, and symbolism of the pyramid, exploring various theories about its construction and purpose. Kingsland examines the pyramid's alignment with the stars and its connection to ancient Egyptian religion and mythology. He also explores the various mathematical and geometrical principles used in the pyramid's design and construction, including the Golden Ratio and the Fibonacci sequence. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex concepts presented. Overall, ""The Great Pyramid in Fact and Theory"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mysteries and secrets of this ancient wonder of the world.Contents: General Features: Geographical, Historical, Dimensional, Internal passages and chambers; Structural details of the outside: corner sockets, platform, casing stones, core masonry, base measurements, geometry of the pyramid, Egyptian cubit; Structural Details of the Inside: lengths and positions of the passages and chambers, angles, ascending, descending passages, grand gallery, King and Queen's chamber, eastern displacement of passages, subterranean chamber, well-shaft and grotto, antechamber, coffer; Some Dimensional Theories: �������pi������� theory, the cubit, theory of areas, angle of passages, solar year cycle.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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781169275478
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 174
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 178x254x11 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 522 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 10. december 2024
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""The Great Pyramid in Fact and Theory"" by William Kingsland is a comprehensive study of the Great Pyramid of Giza, one of the most iconic structures in human history. The book delves into the history, architecture, and symbolism of the pyramid, exploring various theories about its construction and purpose. Kingsland examines the pyramid's alignment with the stars and its connection to ancient Egyptian religion and mythology. He also explores the various mathematical and geometrical principles used in the pyramid's design and construction, including the Golden Ratio and the Fibonacci sequence. The book includes numerous illustrations and diagrams to help readers understand the complex concepts presented. Overall, ""The Great Pyramid in Fact and Theory"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the mysteries and secrets of this ancient wonder of the world.Contents: General Features: Geographical, Historical, Dimensional, Internal passages and chambers; Structural details of the outside: corner sockets, platform, casing stones, core masonry, base measurements, geometry of the pyramid, Egyptian cubit; Structural Details of the Inside: lengths and positions of the passages and chambers, angles, ascending, descending passages, grand gallery, King and Queen's chamber, eastern displacement of passages, subterranean chamber, well-shaft and grotto, antechamber, coffer; Some Dimensional Theories: �������pi������� theory, the cubit, theory of areas, angle of passages, solar year cycle.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.

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