Set of books on Egypt (6 volumes), and 6 magic lantern slides of Egypt. Various authors (19th/20th century).
6 volumes. Includes: History of Egypt by CLEMENT, two copies (1881 and 1903); Souvenir of Egypt By DOVAS (N.D.); Egypt and the Suez Canal by WILBUR (1924); Egyptian Days by MARDEN (1912); From Pharaoh to Fellah (BELL and MONTBARD).
Each volume is approximately 400 pp., with illustrations.
Magic lantern slides depict Pyramids and Sphinx of Giza, 1893 and 1913, as well as painted illustrations of Pyramids, Camel, and photo of rug weaving. Published by: Keystone View Company, Meadville; McIntosh Battery & Optical Co.; The M. C. Lilley & Co.
Each volume is H: 10 x W: 7 3/4 x D: 1 3/8 in.
Poor. Hinges weak on several. One of CLEMENT's history has significant losses to spine, with boards very weak at hinges. WILBUR has losses to cover. All are bumped, scuffed, and rubbed throughout, with losses to corners.
Ink owner inscription on BELL and MONTBARD: "T. A. Euler Dunkeswell Abbey, Devon 1890."
Slides in wooden cases for magic lantern. Rug slide lacking wooden case. Several ex-New York State Education Department. With pencil and paper labeling.
From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.