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This is the 1908 English translation of Pierre Loti's travelogue concerning Egypt: "La Mort de Philae". This fascinating and easy-to-read volume will appeal to readers with an interest in Egypt in the early 20th century, and it is not to be missed by fans and collectors of vintage travel writing. Contents include: "A Winter Midnight Before The Great Sphinx", "The Mosques Of Cairo", "The Hall Of The Mummies", A Centre Of Islam", "In The Tombs Of The Apis", "The Outskirts Of Cairo", "Archaic Christianity", "The Race Of Bronze", "A Charming Luncheon", "The Downfall Of The Nile", etc. Pierre Loti (14 January 1850 - 10 June 1923) was a French novelist and naval officer most famous for his exotic novels. Due to his career as an officer in the navy travelling the world, he was able to imbue his work with a real authenticity, presented with a mastery of language and narrative rivalled by few others. Other notable works by this author include: "Pêcheur d'Islande" (1886), "Madame Chrysanthème" (1887), and "Ramuntcho" (1897). Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. It is with this in mind that we are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality edition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.
About the author
Pierre Loti, born as Julien Viaud in Rochefort, France in 1850, was an iconic figure in French literature and a decorated naval officer. His literary works, inspired by his extensive travels and experiences at sea, won him immense critical acclaim and a devoted readership. Loti's innate ability to portray far-off lands, cultures, and the human experience in rich and evocative language set him apart from his contemporaries. The author of renowned works like "An Iceland Fisherman", Loti was a master storyteller who breathed life into his characters and settings, resulting in deeply moving narratives that continue to captivate readers to this day. His unique storytelling combined with his keen cultural and anthropological insights have solidified his legacy as one of the most influential and enduring voices in French literature.
