Faidherbe,Louis L�on C�sar. Collection compl�te des inscriptions Numidiques (Lybiques) avec des aper�us ethnographiques sur les Numides Collection compl�te des inscriptions Numidiques (Lybiques) avec des aper�us ethnographiques sur les Numides. Paris, A. Franck, 1870. 4to. 79 + [1]p. With 7 large folding plates of Numidic (early Lybian) inscriptions. Half morocco, gilt, with publisher s printed wrappers bound in at end. First edition. A pioneer survey of Numidic, or Lybian epigraphy, an ancient Berber language spoken by the Maesulians and dating back to the 4th century BC.Including a number of inscriptions not previously published. Faidherbe (1818-1889),saw military service in Africa and in the West Indies, served as governor of Senegal, and published scholarly works on African languages and military campaigns. He was also sent by the French government on a scientific mission to Upper Egypt.A very good copy complete with all the plates in an attractive binding. Ibrahim Hilmy Catalogue, vol I, p227. Seller Inventory # ABE-6046132651

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Title: Collection compl�te des inscriptions ...

Publisher: Paris, A.Franck

Publication Date: 1870

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Very Good

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

Edition: 1st Edition

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