Sir William Matthew Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) discusses his life's work in this 1931 autobiography, revealing his lasting contributions to Egyptology and archaeology. He describes some of his most important discoveries alongside innovative changes he made to archaeological methods. These achievements illustrate how Flinders Petrie inspired a generation of archaeologists.
Published in 1931, this intriguing autobiography recounts the life and adventures of a leading Egyptologist who influenced a generation of archaeologists.
