History of Ancient Egypt

Erik Hornung begins his account by taking a brief look at the prehistoric era in Egypt. He then focuses on political events during the period beginning with the reign of "Menes" and closing with the conquest by Alexander the Great. Building on insights drawn from the civilization's surviving texts and monuments, he also describes significant cultural developments, such as changes in burial customs and the building of the Great Pyramids and Sun Temples.

Originally published in German, this important and highly useful survey has been revised throughout for its publication in English. In addition, the English version features over fifty illustrations, an updated bibliography, a glossary, and a chronological table.

Illustrations

vii

Maps

viii

Preface

ix

Translator's Note

xi

Chronology

xiii

The Archaic Period

1

(12)

The Old Kingdom

13

(35)

The Middle Kingdom

48

(28)

The New Kingdom

76

(49)

The Late Period

125

(24)

Glossary

149

(4)

Bibliography

153

(28)

Index

181

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History of Ancient Egypt

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