Boring Books for Bedtime Readings to Help You Sleep cover image

Manual of Egyptian Archaeology and Guide to Antiquities, Part 5

Boring Books for Bedtime Readings to Help You Sleep

00:00

The Tomb of the Dead

The most ancient monumental tombs are found in the necropolis of Memphis, between Abu Rawash and Dasha. They belong to the Mustaba type - a quadrangular building which from a distance might be taken for a truncated pyramid. The rooms accessible to the living were frequently built above ground and formed a separate edifice. Many Mustabas are from 30 to 40 feet in height, 150 feet in length, and 80 feet in width. Others do not exceed 10 feet in height or 15 feet in length. materials employed are stone or brick.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app