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The Egyptians
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An Introduction (Peoples of the Ancient World)
By
Robert Morkot
This item is unavailable.We will email you if this item comes back into stock. | Rating: | | | Format: | Electronic Book Text, 256 pages | | Other Information: | 11 black & white illustrations, 13 black & white line drawings | | Published In: | United Kingdom, 05 March 2004 |
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 the popular family of books on ancient peoples offers a broad coverage of Egyptian life. Morkot also addresses a number of important questions dealing with race and colour, Egypt's relationship with Africa and Egypt's legacy. The Egyptians includes chapters on: dynasties and empires society daily life religion art and architecture languages and literature. 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
| Publisher: | Routledge | | ISBN: | 1134488572 |
| EAN: | 9781134488575 |
| Age Range: |
15+ years |
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