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| Format: | Paperback, 256 pages |
| Other Information: | 11 black & white illustrations, 13 black & white line drawings |
| Release Date: | 03 February 2005 |
A widely published author on the subject, Robert Morkot presents a clear introduction to the origins, history and culture of ancient Egyptian civilization. This excellent addition to our popular family of books on ancient peoples offers a broad coverage of Egyptian life, with chapters on dynasties and empires, society, daily life, religion, art and architecture, and languages and literature. It also addresses a number of important questions dealing with race and colour, Egypt's relationship with Africa and Egypt's 'legacy'. This engaging and accessible book provides students with the ideal introduction to this fascinating civilization. Table of Contents1. Defining Ancient Egypt 2. The Egyptian World 3. Esoteric Knowledge and Oriental Mystery: The Lure of Egypt 4. Constructing the Egyptian Past 5. Origins and First Flowering 6. Imperial Egypt: The Middle and New Kingdoms (c. 2055--1069 BC) 7. Continuity with Metamorphosis: Egypt 1100 BC to AD 641 8. Rulers and Ruled 9. Town and Country in Ancient Egypt 10. [The] Culture of Ancient Egypt. Further Reading About the AuthorUniversity of Exeter, UK |
| Publisher: | Routledge |
| ISBN: | 0415271045 |
| EAN: | 9780415271042 |
| Dimensions: | 21.64 x 15.95 x 1.19 centimeters (0.36 kg) |
| Age Range: |
15+ years |
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