Republished for the first time in unabridged form, Belzoni's travel journal recreates the magical atmosphere of Egypt in 1815 to 1819. Belzoni was the first to enter and describe monuments such as the temple at Abu Simbel, and the tomb of Seti I.
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This Italian explorer was renowned for his expeditions in search of Egyptian antiquities. His work often involved challenging excavations and the transportation of large artifacts. He famously shipped the colossal bust of Ramesses II from Egypt to England, a piece that remains a significant part of the British Museum's collection. His explorations greatly contributed to the understanding of ancient Egypt in Europe.
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