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The Nilometer
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A measuring bar in the water of the Nile, showing the elevation of the river flow.
The Pillars of Ordeal
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A man squeezes between two large pillars as a crowd watches; according to legend, "only true believers can squeeze through between the two shafts.
Morning Prayer of Bedaween
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A man kneeling next to a camel in the desert and praying.
Widow Mourning
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A woman, in heavy black robes and holding a palm frond, sitting in a cemetery.
Market at Desook
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A busy marketplace, with many people sitting or standing under crude coverings and roofs.
Mosque of the Holy Ibraheem at Desook
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A group of men sitting in front of a mosque.
Ruins of Sais
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
Heavily-worn ruins in the desert.
Seller of Date Bread
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A man sitting at a low table and selling bread.
Market at Tantah
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A busy marketplace.
Arab Cemetery
(Electronic version published by Rice University, Houston, Tx, 1878)
A man and woman at a cemetery, holding palm fronds.
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