Ancient Egypt (All That Matters) - Softcover

Kemp, Barry J

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444186205 ISBN 13: 9781444186208

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton, 2015

Synopsis

For three thousand years a dominant force, Ancient Egypt is arguably the most successful and longest lasting human civilization yet. In this pacy guide, world renowned Egyptologist, Professor Barry Kemp, seeks to explain why Ancient Egypt was able to thrive with such stability for such a long time. The answers may be surprising - Kemp shows that human rights and career progression played an important role, as well as the traditional forces of slave labour and religion. Taking a thematic approach, Kemp examines ancient Egypt's geography, rulers, society, morality, family life, art and architecture, military, science, philosophy and religion. He then goes on to ask what happened to Ancient Egypt, and to point to its lasting influence today. Ancient Egypt: All That Matters is perfect for those who want to gain a sound grasp of the subject quickly, and those looking for a good entry-level book as a starting point for further study.

About this title

About the Author:

Barry Kemp is Professor in Egyptology in the Department of Oriental Studies at Cambridge University, and field director of the Egypt Exploration Society excavations at Amerna in Egypt. He was appointed a CBE in the 2011 New Year Honours for services to archaeology, education and international relations in Egypt.

About this edition

• Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton
• Publication date: 2015
• ISBN 10: 1444186205
• ISBN 13: 9781444186208
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 160