Egypt: Pharaonic Period is the fourth volume in the Dictionaries of Civilization series. This volume was written by Alessia Fassone and Enrico Ferraris, both of whom hold degrees in Egyptology, and translated into English by Jay Hyams. This volume introduces the reader to the world of Ancient Egypt during the time of the Pharaohs. Offering both an historical and cultural overview of Ancient Egypt, this volume serves as an excellent reference book for readers, and students, of all ages. Within the pages of this text, the ...
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Egypt: Pharaonic Period is the fourth volume in the Dictionaries of Civilization series. This volume was written by Alessia Fassone and Enrico Ferraris, both of whom hold degrees in Egyptology, and translated into English by Jay Hyams. This volume introduces the reader to the world of Ancient Egypt during the time of the Pharaohs. Offering both an historical and cultural overview of Ancient Egypt, this volume serves as an excellent reference book for readers, and students, of all ages. Within the pages of this text, the authors have striven to present a comprehensive overview of the region and its history. The authors discuss not only the history of the region, and Pharaonic period, but also the religion, culture traditions, and art of the period. An edifying overview of the history of Egyptology is also provided. Throughout the text is accompanied by copious illustrations, maps, and additional reference materials. The text is organized thematically, with chapters devoted to: people; state and Society; religion and Science; daily Life; the World of the Dead; sites and Monuments; the History of Egyptology. The text concludes with a selection of reference materials that include historical tables, a bibliography, and a list of major museums housing significant Egyptian artifacts.
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Berkeley. 2008. April 2008. University Of California Press. 1st American Edition. Very Good in Wrappers. 9780520256484. Dictionaries of Civilization, 4. 384 pages. paperback. keywords: Classics; Middle Eastern Studies; Reference; Archaeology. FROM THE PUBLISHER-This beautifully-designed pocket reference–more a compact encyclopedia than a dictionary–presents ancient Egypt in stunningly-produced photographs and concise textual descriptions of Egyptian art, culture, and government. Not merely a travel guide, this handy and easy-to-use guide provides an overall view of the civilization as a whole, including a fascinating section on the history of Egyptology, the invasions and excavations, and a section on where the artifacts can be seen today. This is a must-have addition to the library of anyone interested in ancient Egypt, and a necessary companion for the traveler. inventory #36315.
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New. Presents ancient Egypt in photographs and textual descriptions of Egyptian art, culture, and government. This book provides a view of the civilization as a whole, and includes a section on the history of Egyptology, the invasions and excavations, and a section on where the artifacts can be seen today. Series: Dictionaries of Civilization. Num Pages: 384 pages, 320 color illustrations, 17 b/w photographs, 17 line illustrations, 2 maps. BIC Classification: 1QDAE; GBC; HBJH; HBLA. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 137 x 207 x 30. Weight in Grams: 690. 2008. 1st Edition. Paperback.....We ship daily from our Bookshop.
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