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Focusing on the historical journey of the Manichaean papyrus codices, the book details their illicit excavation in 1929 and subsequent acquisition by notable collectors. It highlights the challenges faced in their conservation and editing, tracing their movement across various cities and institutions. By translating previously inaccessible German and French documents, the author enriches the scholarly understanding of these significant works, shedding light on their complex history involving dealers, collectors, and military personnel.
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The Manichaean Codices of Medinet Madi, James McConkey Robinson
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- The Manichaean Codices of Medinet Madi
- Language
- English
- Authors
- James McConkey Robinson
- Publisher
- Cascade Books
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 344
- ISBN13
- 9781597528801
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Focusing on the historical journey of the Manichaean papyrus codices, the book details their illicit excavation in 1929 and subsequent acquisition by notable collectors. It highlights the challenges faced in their conservation and editing, tracing their movement across various cities and institutions. By translating previously inaccessible German and French documents, the author enriches the scholarly understanding of these significant works, shedding light on their complex history involving dealers, collectors, and military personnel.