The Egyptians: An Introduction

by Robert Morkot

Overview

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.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780415271035
Publisher:	Taylor & Francis
Publication date:	02/07/2005
Series:	Peoples of the Ancient World
Edition description:	Revised ed.
Pages:	256
Product dimensions:	5.44(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

Table of Contents

1. 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