By Nile and Tigris: A Narrative of Journeys in Egypt and Mesopotamia on Behalf of the British Museum Between the Years 1886 and 1913

By Nile and Tigris: A Narrative of Journeys in Egypt and Mesopotamia on Behalf of the British Museum Between the Years 1886 and 1913 is a detailed account of Sir E. A. Wallis Budge's expeditions to Egypt and Mesopotamia on behalf of the British Museum. The book provides a comprehensive narrative of the author's missions to excavate and acquire antiquities for the museum offering insights into the challenges and experiences faced during the expeditions. With personal letters to his wife as the foundation Budge's narrative is enriched with illustrations and acknowledgments to colleagues and friends who supported his endeavors.