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Read and Download M. Victoria Almansa-Villatoro book In the House of Heqanakht in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TIn the House of Heqanakht. This book was released on 2022-11-28 with total page 625 pages. Book excerpt: In the House of Heqanakht: Text and Context in Ancient Egypt gathers Egyptological articles in honor of James P. Allen, Charles Edwin Wilbour Professor of Egyptology at Brown University.

Read and Download M. Victoria Almansa-Villatoro book In the House of Heqanakht in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TIn the House of Heqanakht. This book was released on 2022-12 with total page 0 pages. Book excerpt: In the House of Heqanakht: Text and Context in Ancient Egypt gathers Egyptological articles in honor of James P. Allen, Charles Edwin Wilbour Professor of Egyptology at Brown University. Professor Allen's contribution to our current understanding of the ancient Egyptian language, religion, society, and history is immeasurable and has earned him the respect of generations of scholars. In accordance with Professor Allen's own academic prolificity, the present volume represents an assemblage of studies that range among different methodologies, objects of study, and time periods. The contributors specifically focus on the interconnectedness of text and context in ancient Egypt, exploring how a symbiosis of linguistics, philology, archaeology, and history can help us reconstruct a more accurate picture of ancient Egypt and its people.

Read and Download Gay Robins book Women in Ancient Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TWomen in Ancient Egypt. This book was released on 1993 with total page 212 pages. Book excerpt: "Gay Robins discusses the role of royal women, queenship and its divine connotations, and describes the exceptional women who broke the bounds of tradition by assuming real power."--Back cover.

Read and Download Lisa K. Sabbahy book Daily Life of Women in Ancient Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TDaily Life of Women in Ancient Egypt. This book was released on 2022-03-22 with total page 219 pages. Book excerpt: Readable and scholarly, this up-to-date book covers every aspect of the life of women in ancient Egypt. This book focuses on the life of women in ancient Egypt, while also putting forth a vast array of information about ancient Egyptians in general. Readers begin with a short but thorough introduction to the three great periods of Pharaonic civilization: the Old Kingdom, the Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. Main chapters include the newest evidence scholars have uncovered at important archeological sites in ancient Egypt. The scope of this book is wide and all inclusive, even though it is focused on the life of ancient Egyptian women. The topics in the book cover a vast amount of the knowledge we have about the ancient Egyptians, including material on architecture, art, law, education, medicine, food, religion, music, and spiritual beliefs. It is important to point out that royal women are only discussed in one chapter, so that more "ordinary" ancient Egyptians are the focus of the book. This book is also designed to be readable for people without any background knowledge of the time period. Any reader interested in ancient Egypt will discover a great deal of material.

Read and Download Adela Oppenheim book Ancient Egypt Transformed in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TAncient Egypt Transformed. This book was released on 2015-10-12 with total page 404 pages. Book excerpt: The Middle Kingdom (ca. 2030–1650 B.C.) was a transformational period in ancient Egypt, during which older artistic conventions, cultural principles, religious beliefs, and political systems were revived and reimagined. Ancient Egypt Transformed presents a comprehensive picture of the art of the Middle Kingdom, arguably the least known of Egypt’s three kingdoms and yet one that saw the creation of powerful, compelling works rendered with great subtlety and sensitivity. The book brings together nearly 300 diverse works— including sculpture, relief decoration, stelae, jewelry, coffins, funerary objects, and personal possessions from the world’s leading collections of Egyptian art. Essays on architecture, statuary, tomb and temple relief decoration, and stele explore how Middle Kingdom artists adapted forms and iconography of the Old Kingdom, using existing conventions to create strikingly original works. Twelve lavishly illustrated chapters, each with a scholarly essay and entries on related objects, begin with discussions of the distinctive art that arose in the south during the early Middle Kingdom, the artistic developments that followed the return to Egypt’s traditional capital in the north, and the renewed construction of pyramid complexes. Thematic chapters devoted to the pharaoh, royal women, the court, and the vital role of family explore art created for different strata of Egyptian society, while others provide insight into Egypt’s expanding relations with foreign lands and the themes of Middle Kingdom literature. The era’s religious beliefs and practices, such as the pilgrimage to Abydos, are revealed through magnificent objects created for tombs, chapels, and temples. Finally, the book discusses Middle Kingdom archaeological sites, including excavations undertaken by the Metropolitan Museum over a number of decades. Written by an international team of respected Egyptologists and Middle Kingdom specialists, the text provides recent scholarship and fresh insights, making the book an authoritative resource.

Read and Download book Powerful Gods and Ancient Sites in Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TPowerful Gods and Ancient Sites in Egypt. This book was released on 2022-08-29 with total page 134 pages. Book excerpt: Egypt is a land of ancient wonders. From the pyramids to the Sphinx, Egypt has been home to many great civilizations. It's also known for its temples and tombs. These ancient sites were not just places where people lived and worked; they were also places where people would worship their Gods to please them. The Egyptians believed that their gods lived in heaven on top of mountains or under oceans, so they built temples to bring them closer together with these gods. "Heliopolis" is Greek, meaning "City of the Sun." the city of Heliopolis was the center of worship for the sun god, Ra. It was located in the Nile delta. The local name for this city was On or Iwn. In ancient times it was an important religious and educational center; it served as a significant temple to Ra and housed one of three Egyptian universities—the other was Memphis and Thinis—where students studied subjects like philosophy, astronomy, theology, and healing arts. The Valley of the Kings (or Theban Necropolis) is a valley in Egypt. It's where pharaohs were buried, so it's essential to the history of Egypt. There are over 60 tombs in this area, including several that have not been fully excavated yet. The Valley of the Kings is one of UNESCO's World Heritage Sites and is open to visitors daily! Memphis was the capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom, Middle Kingdom, and the New Kingdom. During these periods, Memphis was also the religious center of ancient Egypt. Its importance can be attributed to its strategic position along important trade routes between Upper and Lower Egypt. The city was first established by Menes (Narmer), who united Upper and Lower Egypt into one kingdom around 3100 BCE. He chose the site due to its strategic location on a north-south trade route connecting Thebes with Avaris; it would later serve as an important center for foreign affairs in later years as well. The city flourished under various kings during this period—namely Ahmose I, who moved his capital from Thebes to Memphis after defeating Nubia during his reign (ca 1550–1525 BCE); Thutmose III, who expanded it further upon becoming king; Hatshepsut, who established temples there while building new ones at Deir el-Bahri; Rameses II whose temple complex included four obelisks weighing over 200 tons each; Ramses III who built another temple at Medinet Habu near Aswan where he inscribed texts detailing military campaigns against Corfu Island in Crete (modern-day Greece). In ancient times, the people would worship the Gods by building a temple. It was their way of showing that they loved and respected their gods. Temples were built in honor of the god related to that place. For example, a temple for Ra (sun god) will be built close to where there is plenty of sunlight so he can shine on his followers daily. Temples usually have columns around them but only from one side; this was done because the Egyptians believed that if they built it from all four sides, it would block out some of Ra's light which could anger him and make him hurt them or even kill them! The inside temples were made with beautiful decorations like paintings on walls showing what happens after death or statues made out of stone showing how someone looks when they die peacefully (hint: very old looking). The primary purpose for building these temples was because they served three primary purposes: worshiping your god(s), learning about them (libraries were often included), and performing rituals/prayers whenever you needed something important done quickly (for example, curing sicknesses).

Read and Download Toby Wilkinson book Writings from Ancient Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TWritings from Ancient Egypt. This book was released on 2016-08-25 with total page 384 pages. Book excerpt: 'Man perishes; his corpse turns to dust; all his relatives pass away. But writings make him remembered' In ancient Egypt, words had magical power. Inscribed on tombs and temple walls, coffins and statues, or inked onto papyri, hieroglyphs give us a unique insight into the life of the Egyptian mind. Egyptologist Toby Wilkinson has freshly translated a rich and diverse range of ancient Egyptian writings into modern English, including tales of shipwreck and wonder, obelisk inscriptions, mortuary spells, funeral hymns, songs, satires and advice on life from a pharaoh to his son. Spanning over two millennia, this is the essential guide to a complex, sophisticated culture. Translated with an Introduction by Toby Wilkinson

Read and Download Peter Lacovara book The World of Ancient Egypt [2 volumes] in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TThe World of Ancient Egypt [2 volumes]. This book was released on 2016-11-21 with total page 487 pages. Book excerpt: This absorbing reference covers everyday life in ancient Egypt, spanning a period of more than 5,000 years—from the Stone Age to the advent of Christianity. The mysteries surrounding ancient Egypt continue to pique interest and prompt study thousands of years later. Intriguing questions—such as "Why were certain Egyptians mummified after death, while others were not?", "How were the pyramids constructed?", and "Were sexuality and courtship accurately portrayed in movies about the period?"—incite curiosity and inspire the imagination in the modern world. This comprehensive encyclopedia addresses these questions and more, revealing fascinating facts about all aspects of daily life in ancient Egypt. Starting with the beginning of the First Dynasty to the death of Cleopatra, this compendium explores the family life, politics, religion, and culture of the Nile Valley from Aswan to the Delta, as well as the peripheral areas of Nubia, the Oases, the Sinai, and the southern Levant. Each topical section opens with an introductory essay, followed by A–Z entries on such topics as food, fashion, housing, politics, and community. The book features a timeline of events, an extensive bibliography of print and digital resources, and numerous photographs and illustrations throughout.

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Read and Download Peter Der Manuelian book Walking Among Pharaohs in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TWalking Among Pharaohs. This book was released on 2022-10-20 with total page 1089 pages. Book excerpt: In this expansive new biography of George Reisner, Egyptologist Peter Der Manuelian examines the life and work of America's greatest archaeologist. Manuelian presents Reisner's undeniable impact and considers his life within the context of Western colonialism, racism, and nationalism. Pyramids with hidden burial chambers. Colossal royal statues and minuscule gold jewelry. Decorated tomb chapels, temples, settlements, fortresses, ceramics, furniture, stone vessels, and hieroglyphic inscriptions everywhere. This is the legacy of forty-three years of breathtakingly successful excavations at twenty-three different archaeological sites in Egypt and Sudan (ancient Nubia). George Reisner (1867-1942) discovered all this and more during a remarkable career that revolutionized archaeological method in both the Old World and the New. Leading the Harvard University-Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition, Reisner put American Egyptology on the world stage. His uniquely American success story unfolded despite British control of Egyptian politics, French control of Egyptian antiquities, and an Egyptian yearning for independence, all while his Egyptian teams achieved the fieldwork results and mastered the arts of recording and documentation. Reisner's lifespan covers the birth of modern archaeology. It also intersects powerfully with aspects of colonialism, racism, and nationalism, as Western powers imposed their influence on Egypt and sought to control the Suez Canal during especially the two World Wars. The wholesale export of dynastic Egypt's treasures to museums in London, New York, and Boston also raised issues of repatriation and cultural patrimony long before they became the hot topics they are today. Walking Among Pharaohs, by author and recognized Egyptologist Peter Der Manuelian, gathers unpublished documents from all over the world to present the untold story of one of the founding fathers of modern Egyptology and restore his place in the history of world archaeology, while not overlooking some of his cultural interpretations that may be easily rejected today.

Read and Download William W. Hallo book The Context of Scripture in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TThe Context of Scripture. This book was released on 1997 with total page 472 pages. Book excerpt: "The Context of Scripture" illuminatingly presents the multi-faceted world of ancient writing that forms the colourful background to the literature of the Hebrew Bible. Designed as a thorough and durable reference work for all engaged in the study of the Bible and the ancient Near East, and involving approximately 90 of the world's outstanding scholars in the field, it provides reliable access to a broad, balanced and representative collection of Ancient Near Eastern texts that have some bearing on the interpretation of the Bible. Translations of recently discovered texts are included, alongside new translations of better-known texts and in some cases the best existing translations of such texts. The substantial three-volume work, with its specially designed page layout and large format, features full cross-referencing to comparable Bible passages, and new, up-to-date bibliographical annotations with judicious commentary. Its many distinct advantages over other collections will ensure the place of "The Context of Scripture" as a standard reference work for the 21st century.

Read and Download Laura Battini book No Place Like Home: Ancient Near Eastern Houses and Households in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TNo Place Like Home: Ancient Near Eastern Houses and Households. This book was released on 2022-10-06 with total page 270 pages. Book excerpt: This book had its genesis in a series of 6 popular and well-attended ASOR conference sessions on Household Archaeology in the Ancient Near East. The 18 chapters are organized in three thematic sections: Architecture as Archive of Social Space; The Active Household; and Ritual Space at Home.

Read and Download James P. Allen book Middle Egyptian in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TMiddle Egyptian. This book was released on 2010-04-15 with total page pages. Book excerpt: Middle Egyptian introduces the reader to the writing system of ancient Egypt and the language of hieroglyphic texts. It contains twenty-six lessons, exercises (with answers), a list of hieroglyphic signs, and a dictionary. It also includes a series of twenty-five essays on the most important aspects of ancient Egyptian history, society, religion and literature. The combination of grammar lessons and cultural essays allows users to not only read hieroglyphic texts but also to understand them, providing readers with the foundation to understand texts on monuments and to read great works of ancient Egyptian literature in the original text. This second edition contains revised exercises and essays, providing an up to date account of current research and discoveries. New illustrations enhance discussions and examples. These additions combine with the previous edition to create a complete grammatical description of the classical language of ancient Egypt for specialists in linguistics and other fields.

Read and Download John Romer book A History of Ancient Egypt, Volume 2 in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TA History of Ancient Egypt, Volume 2. This book was released on 2016-12-01 with total page 672 pages. Book excerpt: This definitive, multi-volume history of the world's first known state reveals that much of what we have been taught about Ancient Egypt is the product of narrow-minded visions of the past Drawing on a lifetime of research, John Romer chronicles the history of Ancient Egypt from the building of the Great Pyramid through the rise and fall of the Middle Kingdom: a peak of Pharaonic culture and the period when writing first flourished. He reveals how the grand narratives of nineteenth and twentieth-century Egyptologists have misled us by portraying a culture of cruel monarchs and chronic war. Instead, based in part on discoveries of the past two decades, this extraordinary account shows what we can really learn from the remaining architecture, objects and writing: a history based on physical reality.

Read and Download Iria Souto Castro book Personal Religion in Domestic Contexts during the New Kingdom in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TPersonal Religion in Domestic Contexts during the New Kingdom. This book was released on 2023-06-08 with total page 184 pages. Book excerpt: This study has three main themes: the definition of personal religion and religious domestic practices from a theoretical perspective; the description and analysis of the main archaeological and anthropological evidence; and, on that basis, the study of the impact of the Amarna period in the development of personal religion during the New Kingdom.

Read and Download Kasia Szpakowska book Daily Life in Ancient Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TDaily Life in Ancient Egypt. This book was released on 2007-12-17 with total page 263 pages. Book excerpt: Using the life of a young girl and her family as a model, this book recreates the daily life of the middle-class residents of the ancient town of Lahun during Egypt’s Middle Kingdom period. This perfect snapshot in time has been painstakingly recreated using recently published textual data and archaeological findings. Provides an illuminating and engaging re-construction of what daily life was like in ancient Egypt Describes the main issues of everyday life in the town - from education, work, and food preparation to religious rituals, healing techniques, marriages, births, and deaths Authentically recreated through the use of recently published textual data and archaeological findings directly from the settlement of Lahun and other sites Includes photographs and illustrations of actual artifacts from the settlement of Lahun

Read and Download Barry J. Kemp book Ancient Egypt in PDF, EPub, Mobi, Kindle online. Free book TAncient Egypt. This book was released on 2018-06-12 with total page 398 pages. Book excerpt: This fully revised and updated third edition of the bestselling Ancient Egypt seeks to identify what gave ancient Egypt its distinctive and enduring characteristics, ranging across material culture, the mindset of its people, and social and economic factors. In this volume, Barry J. Kemp identifies the ideas by which the Egyptians organized their experience of the world and explains how they maintained a uniform style in their art and architecture across three thousand years, whilst accommodating substantial changes in outlook. The underlying aim is to relate ancient Egypt to the broader mainstream of our understanding of how all human societies function. Source material is taken from ancient written documents, while the book also highlights the contribution that archaeology makes to our understanding of Egyptian culture and society. It uses numerous case studies, illustrating them with artwork expressly prepared from specialist sources. Broad ranging yet impressively detailed, the book is an indispensable text for all students of ancient Egypt and for the general reader.