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Ancient Egypt: An Introduction

Salima Ikram

9780521675987

Cambridge University Pres


History; Ancient history: to c 500 CE; Egyptian archaeology & Egyptology

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This book provides an introduction to one of the greatest civilizations of all time - ancient Egypt. Beginning with a geographical overview that explains the development of Egyptian belief systems as well as its subsequent political development, it examines methodology, the history of the discipline of Egyptology, religion, social organization, urban and rural life, and death. It also includes a section on how people of all ranks lived. Lavishly illustrated, with many unusual photographs of rarely seen sites that are seldom illustrated, this volume is suitable for use in introductory-level courses on ancient Egypt. It offers a variety of student-friendly features, including a glossary, a bibliography, and a list of sources for those who wish to further their interest in ancient Egypt.

By:   Salima Ikram
Imprint:   Cambridge University Pres
Country of Publication:   United Kingdom
Dimensions:   Height: 19mm,  Width: 253mm,  Spine: 215mm
Weight:   840g
ISBN:  

9780521675987


ISBN 10:   0521675987
Publication Date:   February 2010
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Primary
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In stock at Abbey's Bookshop
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1. The black and the red: geography and environment; 2. Travellers, thieves, and scholars: the history of Egyptology and Egyptomania; 3. Recreating Ancient Egypt: sources and methodologies; 4. Shadows in the sand: Egypt's past; 5. Maintaining Egypt: religion; 6. Kings and commoners: Egyptian society and government; 7. Town and country life; 8. From sunrise to sunset: daily life of the Ancient Egyptians; 9. The living and the dead: mummies, tombs, and mortuary.


The great discoveries, the adventures of travelers, the mysteries of the pharaohs, the dance of the mummies, and the fragrances of life along the Nile - ancient Egypt comes to life in the pages of this excellent book! Dr. Zahi Hawass, Secretary General, Supreme Council of Antiquities, Egypt An ideal introduction to the myriad strands that make up the world of the ancient Egyptians--I recommend it highly and look forward to using it for my students. Aidan Dodson, University of Bristol

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