Cradles of Civilization: Egypt : Ancient Culture, Modern Land (Cradles of Civilization Series Volume 1) [Hardcover]

Jaromir Malek (Editor)

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The entire pageant of Egyptian culture unfurls in this compilation of essays by noted scholars from around the world under the general editorship of Egyptologist Malek. The format is similar to the National Geographic Society's Ancient Egypt: Discovering Its Splendor (1978); however, it differs greatly in its expanded scope. The work treats Egyptian history from its prehistoric beginnings through the Pharaonic, Ptolemaic, Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic eras right down to the present day. Aimed at the general reader, it offers an overview of Egyptian geography, archaeology, history, the arts, religion, and daily life. The text is richly illustrated. While the ultimate value of an introduction like this hinges on the quality of its bibliography and index (not seen), based on the excellent quality of the essays, this book is highly recommended for public and academic libraries. Anyone preparing for a trip to Egypt will find it informative.
- Edward K. Werner, St. Lucie Cty. Lib. System, Ft. Pierce, Fla.
Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press (April 1993)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0806125268
• ISBN-13: 978-0806125268
• Product Dimensions: 12.5 x 9.8 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #1,291,154 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars the book covers much about Ancient Egypt, June 14, 2000

By	Francesca Jourdan (Montreal, Canada) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Cradles of Civilization: Egypt : Ancient Culture, Modern Land (Cradles of Civilization Series Volume 1) (Hardcover)

This book covers numerous facets of Ancient Egypt through 16 informative essays written by the leading international Egyptologists : Ian Shaw describes the geography and topography of the country; Jaromir Malek introduces the beginnings of this fascinating civilization as well as its history; Morris Bierbrier deals with the discovery of Ancient Egypt and presents a few of the first Egyptologists (Mariette, Maspero and Amelia Edwards); Janine Bourriau describes life and the ancient Egyptian family; Jac Janssen covers its economic aspects; J. D. Ray explains the principles of kingship and the pharaohs; Kenneth Kitchen tells of Ancient Egypt and its relations with Nubia, Punt, and Asia; Waltraud Guglielmi covers the religious aspects with the many Egyptian gods; Arielle Kozloff lets the reader know more about art and architecture; Cathleen Keller describes the Egyptian monuments; Alan Bowman tells of the invaders and the Ptolemaic dynasty; C. C. Walters covers Coptic Egypt; D. S. Richards explains the impact of Islam; Jane Jakeman describes the modern city of Cairo; Penelope C. Johnstone describes the influence Ancient Egypt has in our modern world; and finally Fayza Haikal describes family life in modern Egypt with accounts of marriage and other activities. This thought-provoking book is primarily aimed for non-specialists and novices.