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A wealth of information on ancient Egypt.
Author : Helen Strudwick
Publisher : Amber Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 22,89 MB
Release : 2016-07
Category : Egypt
ISBN : 9781782744368
A wealth of information on ancient Egypt.
Author : Geraldine Harris
Publisher : Brighter Child
Page : 182 pages
File Size : 17,35 MB
Release : 2000
Category : History
ISBN : 9780872266063
Presents information on the gods, civilization, myths, rulers and much more.
Author : Margaret Bunson
Publisher : Infobase Publishing
Page : 481 pages
File Size : 38,52 MB
Release : 2014-05-14
Category : History
ISBN : 1438109970
An A-Z reference providing concise and accessible information on Ancient Egypt from its predynastic cultures to the suicide of Cleopatra and Mark Anthony in the face of the Roman conquest. Annotation. Bunson (an author of reference works) has revised her 1991 reference (which is appropriate for high school and public libraries) to span Egypt's history from the predynastic period to the Roman conquest. The encyclopedia includes entries for people, sites, events, and concepts as well as featuring lengthy entries or inset boxes on major topics such as deities, animals, and the military. A plan and photograph are included for each of the major architectural sites.
Author : Kathryn A. Bard
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 969 pages
File Size : 39,76 MB
Release : 2005-11-03
Category : History
ISBN : 1134665253
This is the first reference work in English ever to present a systematic coverage of the archaeology of this region from the earliest finds of the Palaeolithic period through to the fourth century AD.
Author : Peter Lacovara
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 487 pages
File Size : 34,50 MB
Release : 2016-11-21
Category : History
ISBN :
This absorbing reference covers everyday life in ancient Egypt, spanning a period of more than 5,000 years—from the Stone Age to the advent of Christianity. The mysteries surrounding ancient Egypt continue to pique interest and prompt study thousands of years later. Intriguing questions—such as "Why were certain Egyptians mummified after death, while others were not?", "How were the pyramids constructed?", and "Were sexuality and courtship accurately portrayed in movies about the period?"—incite curiosity and inspire the imagination in the modern world. This comprehensive encyclopedia addresses these questions and more, revealing fascinating facts about all aspects of daily life in ancient Egypt. Starting with the beginning of the First Dynasty to the death of Cleopatra, this compendium explores the family life, politics, religion, and culture of the Nile Valley from Aswan to the Delta, as well as the peripheral areas of Nubia, the Oases, the Sinai, and the southern Levant. Each topical section opens with an introductory essay, followed by A–Z entries on such topics as food, fashion, housing, politics, and community. The book features a timeline of events, an extensive bibliography of print and digital resources, and numerous photographs and illustrations throughout.
Author : Lisa K. Sabbahy
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Page : 673 pages
File Size : 47,18 MB
Release : 2019-04-24
Category : History
ISBN : 1440855137
Written by specialists in the field of Egyptology, this book is a readable introduction to ancient Egypt, covering all anticipated subjects and stressing the monuments and material culture of this remarkable ancient civilization. The rich natural resources of ancient Egypt provided a wealth of raw material for its structures, sculptures, and art, while its geographic isolation helped to ensure the survival of its rich culture for centuries. While other references focus on the people and battles central to Egyptian history, this reference explores the material culture and social institutions of ancient Egypt. The book focuses on pharaonic Egypt, covering the period from roughly 5000 BCE to the beginning of the Greco-Roman Period in 320 BCE. At the front of the work, a timeline provides a quick look at the major events in Egyptian history, and an introduction surveys ancient Egypt's physical geography and history. Alphabetically arranged reference entries written by expert contributors then provide fundamental information about the buildings, jewelry, social practices, and other topics related to the material culture and institutions that made up the Egyptian world. Excerpts from primary source historical documents provide evidence for what we know about ancient Egyptian culture, and suggestions for further reading direct users to additional sources of information.
Author : Lorna Oakes
Publisher :
Page : 512 pages
File Size : 16,49 MB
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 9780760749432
A guide to the mythology and religion of ancient Egypt, and to the temples and tombs of the world's first great civilization. A chronology of ancient Egypt charts the events of a society that flourished for three millennia. A guide to the most famous burial sites, including Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings. A tour of sacred centers from the mortuary temples of the pharaohs to those dedicated to the many gods and goddesses. Illustrated with more than 900 color photographs. --From publisher's description.
Author : Lorna Oakes
Publisher : Southwater Publishing
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 11,63 MB
Release : 2006
Category : History
ISBN : 9781844762798
Discover the fascinating and mysterious world of the pharoahs with insightful text and more than 500 stunning colour photographs
Author : DK
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 30,47 MB
Release : 2012-04-16
Category : History
ISBN : 1465403736
Previously published in hardcover as War: The Definitive Visual History War has been central to the rise and fall of civilizations since the dawn of time. The history of warfare first emerges from legend in Mesopotamia, the cradle of civilization, around 3,000 years before the birth of Christ. The first armies that we know about fought in Sumeria, Ancient Egypt, and Syria. From these first battles, fought with spears or axes on horseback or on foot, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Warfare traces the campaigns and conflicts that have shaped world history and examines the evolution of military tactics and technology. The story of the development from these primitive battles to the global conflicts of the 20th century and the modern "War on Terror" is the story of humanity itself, reflecting the same political, cultural and technological forces that have defined human history. From longbows to laser-guided missiles; from chariots to jet aircraft; and from Samurai warriors to SAS soldiers, The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Warfare provides the definitive visual chronicle of this intense, brutal, and often heroic tale. War combines a coherent and compelling spread-by-spread historical narrative with a wealth of supporting features on weapons and technology, strategy and tactics, the experience of war, and history's fighting elites to recount the epic 5,000-year story of warfare and combat through the ages.
Author : Lorna Oakes
Publisher : Lorenz Books
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 49,67 MB
Release : 2018
Category : Architecture, Ancient
ISBN : 9780754834458
An authoritative account of Ancient Egypt's mythology and religion and its awe-inspiring temples and tombs.