The World of Ancient Egypt: A Daily Life Encyclopedia [2 volumes]
A Daily Life Encyclopedia
Nonfiction, History, Africa, Egypt, Ancient History![Cover of the book The World of Ancient Egypt: A Daily Life Encyclopedia [2 volumes] by Peter Lacovara, ABC-CLIO](https://www.kuoky.com/images/2016/november/500x500/9781610692304-RhjK_500x.jpg)
| Author: | Peter Lacovara | ISBN: | 9781610692304 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO | Publication: | November 21, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Greenwood | Language: | English |
| Author: | Peter Lacovara |
| ISBN: | 9781610692304 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO |
| Publication: | November 21, 2016 |
| Imprint: | Greenwood |
| Language: | English |
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.
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.
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