Life in Ancient Egypt (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781161404500)

Life in Ancient Egypt is a comprehensive book written by Adolf Erman that delves into the daily life and customs of the ancient Egyptians. Erman, a renowned Egyptologist, provides a thorough analysis of the social, economic, and religious aspects of life in ancient Egypt, drawing on a wide range of sources including archaeological findings, inscriptions, and papyri. The book covers a variety of topics, including the role of women in ancient Egyptian society, the importance of the Nile River, the religious beliefs and practices of the ancient Egyptians, and the development of art and architecture. Erman also explores the political and economic systems of ancient Egypt, discussing the pharaohs, the bureaucracy, and the role of the military. With its engaging writing style and detailed analysis, Life in Ancient Egypt is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of ancient civilizations and the development of human society.1894. Contents: Introduction; Land of Egypt; People of Egypt; History of Ancient Egypt; King and His Court; Political Conditions in Egypt Under the Old Empire; Political Conditions in Egypt Under the New Empire; Police and the Courts of Justice; Family Life; The House; Dress; Recreation; Religion; The Dead; Learning; Literature; Plastic Arts; Agriculture; Arts and Crafts; Traffic and Trade; War. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Adolf Erman
ISBN-10: 1161404503
ISBN-13: 9781161404500
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/23/2010
Pages: 610
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 3.72lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 1.31d