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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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accurately presents life around Egypt's pyramid workers
This is the story of the first pyramid workmen's town, a fascinating story for those who want to know more about Ancient Egypt's everyday life. The image of the 'whip-driven slave' is replaced by skilled workers who worry about normal everyday problems such as family, food and work conditions. Sure, the pyramids were made by very special people, but no, these people...
Published on June 14, 2000 by Francesca Jourdan
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1 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
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a complete criticism of the egytian beliefs& traditions
THIS BOOK IS A FARCE-IT COMPLETELY RUINS ALL BELIEFS ABOUT,AND THEORIES ON,THE TYPICAL DAILY LIFE OF ANCIENT EGYPT.IT IS A RUTHLESS ATTACK ON THE CONCRETELY DISCOVERED FACTS ABOUT THE ANCIENT WORLD.NOT WORTH PRINTING,LET ALONE READING.
Published on June 16, 1999
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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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accurately presents life around Egypt's pyramid workers,
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This review is from: The Pyramid Builders of Ancient Egypt: A Modern Investigation of Pharaoh's Workforce (Paperback)
This is the story of the first pyramid workmen's town, a fascinating story for those who want to know more about Ancient Egypt's everyday life. The image of the 'whip-driven slave' is replaced by skilled workers who worry about normal everyday problems such as family, food and work conditions. Sure, the pyramids were made by very special people, but no, these people were not mysterious aliens. This study helps humanize the Ancient Egyptians.
1 of 21 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
a complete criticism of the egytian beliefs& traditions,
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This review is from: The Pyramid Builders of Ancient Egypt: A Modern Investigation of Pharaoh's Workforce (Paperback)
THIS BOOK IS A FARCE-IT COMPLETELY RUINS ALL BELIEFS ABOUT,AND THEORIES ON,THE TYPICAL DAILY LIFE OF ANCIENT EGYPT.IT IS A RUTHLESS ATTACK ON THE CONCRETELY DISCOVERED FACTS ABOUT THE ANCIENT WORLD.NOT WORTH PRINTING,LET ALONE READING.
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The Pyramid Builders of Ancient Egypt: A Modern Investigation of Pharaoh's Workforce by A. Rosalie David (Paperback - February 11, 1997)
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