History of Ancient Egypt: An Introduction by Erik Hornung (English) Hardcover Bo

by Erik Hornung

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The Nile on eBay History of Ancient Egypt by Erik Hornung, David Lorton Egyptian civilization can appear static through its 3000-year history. In this introduction to Egyptian culture, the author reveals the turbulent events behind this rigid facade. Drawing on insights from surviving texts and monuments, he describes significant cultural developments. FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description From a modern vantage point, ancient Egyptian civilization, with its strictly hierarchic organization, can appear static throughout its 3000-year history. In his introduction to the distant culture, Egyptologist Erik Hornung reveals the turbulent events beneath the rigid facade. He begins his account by taking a brief look at the prehistoric era in Egypt. He then focuses on political events during the period beginning with the reign of Menes and closing with the conquest by Alexander the Great. Building on insights drawn from the civilization s surviving texts and monuments, he also describes significant cultural developments, such as changes in burial customs and the building of the Great Pyramids and Sun Temples. Originally published in German, the text has been revised throughout for publication in English. In addition, the English version features over 50 illustrations, an updated bibliography, a glossary and a chronological table. Review David Lorton s translation makes available in English a concise, thorough, and well-written introduction to Egyptia

• Binding: Hardcover
• ISBN: 9780801434716
• Condition: Fine

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