Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge

Egyptologist and Orientalist

Ernest Alfred Thompson Wallis Budge - Egyptologist and Orientalist
Born

July 27th, 1857
168 years ago

Died

1934
91 years ago — 77 years old

Category

Scientists & Innovators

Country

United Kingdom

Links & References

Contributions to Egyptology and philology included translating ancient Egyptian texts and collecting artifacts. Served as the curator of the British Museum's Egyptian collection. Published several significant works that advanced the understanding of ancient Egyptian culture and language.

Translated the Egyptian Book of the Dead

Served as curator at the British Museum

Published 'Egyptian Magic'

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