Egyptian Antiquities in the British Museum (1862) is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Egyptian artifacts on display at the British Museum. Written by Samuel Sharpe, a noted Egyptologist and linguist, the book provides detailed descriptions and historical context for each artifact, including statues, sarcophagi, and hieroglyphic inscriptions. The book is organized chronologically, starting with the earliest Egyptian dynasties and progressing through the Ptolemaic and Roman periods. Sharpe's expertise in deciphering hieroglyphics is evident throughout the book, as he provides translations and interpretations of many of the inscriptions. The book also includes illustrations of many of the artifacts, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand the layout of the museum's Egyptian galleries. Overall, Egyptian Antiquities in the British Museum is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt, as well as for visitors to the British Museum's Egyptian collections.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.