Sergio Donadoni
The Egyptians
- ISBN 13:
- 9780226155562
- author:
- Sergio Donadoni
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- University of Chicago Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1997
- Pages:
- 378
- Dimensions:
- 6.00 (w) x 9.00 (h) x 0.90 (d)
- Genre:
- Middle East - Civilization, Ancient Civilization - History, Egypt - History, Africa - Civilization, General & Miscellaneous Ancient Egyptian History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Egyptians offers a comprehensive and engaging exploration of ancient Egyptian society. Eleven leading Egyptologists present in-depth studies of various social groups, including slaves, craftsmen, priests, bureaucrats, pharaohs, peasants, and women.
Through these individual essays, the authors shed light on the intricacies of ancient Egyptian culture, state, and society, revealing a complex system that fostered stability and prosperity over centuries. From the role of bureaucrats in building monumental structures to the lives of ordinary Egyptians, this collection provides a wealth of historical detail.
Read together, these essays paint a rich portrait of Egyptian culture, one that is both informative and fascinating. The meticulous administration and hierarchical system at the heart of ancient Egyptian society are skillfully examined, offering a nuanced understanding of this enigmatic civilization.
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