Intro to archaeol of ancient egypt 2e
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This student-friendly introduction to the archaeology of ancient Egypt guides readers from the Paleolithic to the Greco-Roman periods, and has now been updated to include recent discoveries and new illustrations.
This guide to Egypt’s ancient past takes the reader from prehistory, through the pharaonic dynasties, to the Greco-Roman period. Providing a thorough grounding in ancient Egyptian culture, monuments, and civilization, this second edition has been updated to include recent discoveries in the region’s archeology. With sections on major points of interest, such as constructing the Great Pyramid at Giza, the process of mummification, and the art of deciphering hieroglyphs, the book includes a wealth of illustrations ranging from color photography of artifacts to site maps and building plans.
The comprehensive treatment extends to the enthralling history of archaeology in Egypt, and includes chapters on the Paleolithic and Neolithic periods as well as the rise of early civilization in the region. Covering ancient Egyptian chronology, language, geography, and specific archaeological sites, An Introduction to the Archaeology of Ancient Egypt is an invaluable resource for students and an authoritative guide for the many non-academic readers captivated by this popular topic.
This student-friendly introduction to the archaeology of ancient Egypt guides readers from the Paleolithic to the Greco-Roman periods, and has now been updated to include recent discoveries and new illustrations.
• Superbly illustrated with photographs, maps, and site plans, with additional illustrations in this new edition
• Organized into 11 chapters, covering: the history of Egyptology and Egyptian archaeology; prehistoric and pharaonic chronology and the ancient Egyptian language; geography, resources, and environment; and seven chapters organized chronologically and devoted to specific archaeological sites and evidence
• Includes sections on salient topics such as the constructing the Great Pyramid at Giza and the process of mummification
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Taal: en
Bindwijze: Paperback
Oorspronkelijke releasedatum: 13 februari 2015
Aantal pagina's: 480
Illustraties: Nee
Hoofdauteur: Kathryn A Bard
Tweede Auteur: Kathryn Bard
Hoofduitgeverij: Wiley-Blackwell
Originele titel: An Introduction to the Archaeology of Ancient Egypt
Editie: 2
Extra groot lettertype: Nee
Product breedte: 189 mm
Product hoogte: 38 mm
Product lengte: 246 mm
Studieboek: Ja
Verpakking breedte: 191 mm
Verpakking hoogte: 24 mm
Verpakking lengte: 242 mm
Verpakkingsgewicht: 923 g
EAN: 9780470673362