Saqqâra Demotic Papyri I

Smith, H. S.; W. J. Tait. Saqqâra Demotic Papyri I. London: Egypt Exploration Society, 1983. First edition. Folio. XV, [1], 225, [3]pp (Text), 17 leaves (Plates). Original photographic dust-jacket over green cloth with gold lettering on spine and front cover. This fascinating volume deals with the transcription of a series of remarkable papyri found in 1966-7 by the late Professor W. B. Emery while directing excavations for the Egypt Exploration Society in the Sacred Animal Necropolis at North Saqqâra. This work is profusely illustrated with 3 in-text figures and 17 full-page b/w photographic reproductions. Dust-jacket, binding and interior in overall very good condition. vg. Hardcover. (32959) $45