Egypt and the Egyptians - Softcover

Brewer, Douglas J.; Teeter, Emily

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521449847 ISBN 13: 9780521449847

Publisher: Cambridge University Press, 1999

Synopsis

The richness of more than 3000 years of Egyptian civilization comes alive in the pages of this book. From the geology of the land, the first cities, social structure, religion, mummification and burial practices, languages, temple and house architecture and art, Egypt and the Egyptians is a comprehensive treatment of ancient Egypt. The illustrations, many appearing here for the first time, and extensive quotes from ancient letters, hymns, funerary texts and law codes, enliven the text. The result is a rare combination of up-to-date Egyptological and anthropological research, giving the reader the most current and expansive examination of Egypt. It is written for students, and for the general reader interested in this ancient land and its people. The extensive bibliography, suggestions for further reading, and glossary, make this book an excellent resource for exploring any aspect of ancient Egypt.

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Review:

' ... a sophisticated and comprehensive overview of pharaonic civilisation, touching on every topic essential to the serious student. The book which draws on archaeological evidence attractively presented admirably reflects the multi-disciplinary nature of Egyptology today ... This is a book that skilfully reveals the complexity of ancient Egypt and which cannot fail to stimulate further interest.' Egyptian Archaeology

Book Description:

Egypt and the Egyptians is a completely up-to-date and comprehensive account of ancient Egyptian civilization, covering culture, society and social structure, temple cults, burial practices, art and architecture, history and geology. It is heavily illustrated and includes a glossary and extensive bibliography. It will interest students and general readers.

About this edition

• Publisher: Cambridge University Press
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0521449847
• ISBN 13: 9780521449847
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 236