Egyptian Chronicles V2

by William Palmer

Book Overview

Egyptian Chronicles V2 is a book written by William Palmer that delves into the ancient history of Egypt. This book is the second volume of the Egyptian Chronicles series and provides a comprehensive overview of the dynasties and rulers that shaped the civilization of ancient Egypt. The book covers the period from the 11th dynasty to the 20th dynasty, which spans over a thousand years of Egyptian history. It includes detailed information on the reigns of pharaohs such as Mentuhotep II, Thutmose III, Hatshepsut, Amenhotep III, Akhenaten, and Ramesses II. The author provides insights into the political, social, and cultural aspects of ancient Egypt, including the construction of monumental architecture, religious beliefs and practices, and the role of women in society. The book is written in an engaging and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in ancient history. Overall, Egyptian Chronicles V2 is a must-read for anyone interested in the fascinating world of ancient Egypt.1861. Other volumes in this set include ISBN number(s): 0766177238. Volume 2 of 2. With a harmony of sacred and Egyptian chronology, and an appendix on Babylonian and Assyrian antiquities. The present writer cannot promise to conduct his readers to discoveries so interesting at once to the eye and to the imagination as that of the tomb of Sesostris; but his work originated in an accidental observation of something as simple in its way as that depression in the sand which was remarked by Belzoni. Contents: Ptolemy of Mendes, the Manetho of Africanus; Statements of Greek Authors; Julius Africanus; Eusebius Pamphill; Anianus, Panodorus and George Syncellus; On Babylonian and Assyrian Antiquities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162621834
• ISBN13: 9781162621838
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 652 Pages
• Weight: 3.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 8.3" x 11.0"