Ancient Egyptians (2 Vols)

Written in 1836, this two-volume study has enduring importance in the field of Egyptology. Covering topics including Egyptian homes, ceremonies, hunting, religious rites, and castes, it provides a comprehensive account of ancient Egyptian life and practices. The work is illustrated with numerous anecdotes and hundreds of beautiful woodcuts.

List of contents

CONTENTS OF VOL. I. CHAPTER I. Character of the Egyptians CHAPTER II. Reception of guests CHAPTER III. Amusement of the guests CHAPTER IV. The Chase CHAPTER V. Origin of the Egyptians. CONTENTS OF VOL. II. CHAPTER VI The different classes of Egyptians CHAPTER VII. Fourth class CHAPTE R VIII. The fifth class CHAPTER IX. Egyptian art CHAPTER X. Funeral rites

About the author

Sir J. Gardner Wilkinson

Summary

Written in 1836, this two-volume study has enduring importance in the field of Egyptology. Covering topics including Egyptian homes, ceremonies, hunting, religious rites, and castes, it provides a comprehensive account of ancient Egyptian life and practices. The work is illustrated with numerous anecdotes and hundreds of beautiful woodcuts.

Product details

• Authors: WILKINSON, J. Gardner Wilkinson, Wilkinson J. Gardner
• Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd.
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 20.12.2024, delayed
• EAN: 9780415645836
• ISBN: 978-0-415-64583-6
• No. of pages: 256
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History > Antiquity; SOCIAL SCIENCE / Archaeology, Archaeology by period / region, Ancient Egypt, Egyptian Archaeology / Egyptology