John Henry Parker provides a detailed examination of the ancient Egyptian obelisks that still stand in Rome, exploring their history, symbolism, and significance. He also includes a supplement to the first three parts of the book, which offers additional insights into the archaeological riches of Rome. This volume will be of interest to anyone fascinated by ancient history, art, and architecture, as well as those planning a trip to Rome who want to learn more about the city's unique treasures. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.