049 Egyptologists' notebooks
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Pioneers of Egyptology and Napoleon's Expedition
This chapter examines early contributions to Egypt study, highlighting the travels and writings of figures like George Sands and Athanasius Kircher. It explores Napoleon's military campaign in Egypt, the interactions between soldiers and artists, and the challenges of documenting ancient monuments amid conflict. Additionally, it addresses the competitive landscape of 19th-century archaeology, the influence of Muhammad Ali, and the impact of relocating Egyptian artifacts on the field of Egyptology.
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