The Civilization Of The Ancient Egyptians

by A. Bothwell Gosse and A Bothwell Gosse

Book Overview

The Civilization of the Ancient Egyptians is a comprehensive book that delves into the history, culture, and society of one of the world's oldest civilizations. Written by A. Bothwell Gosse, a renowned Egyptologist, the book provides a detailed account of the political, economic, and religious systems of ancient Egypt, as well as its art, architecture, and literature.The book begins with a discussion of the geography and climate of Egypt, and how these factors influenced the development of the civilization. It then explores the rise of the pharaohs, the construction of the pyramids, and the establishment of the various dynasties that ruled Egypt for thousands of years.Throughout the book, Gosse provides fascinating insights into the daily life of the ancient Egyptians, including their food, clothing, and social customs. He also examines the role of women in Egyptian society, as well as the contributions of slaves and foreigners to the civilization.The book also covers the religious beliefs of the ancient Egyptians, including their worship of gods and goddesses, their elaborate funeral rites, and their belief in an afterlife. Gosse provides detailed descriptions of the various temples, tombs, and other religious structures that were built throughout Egypt.Finally, the book explores the decline and fall of the ancient Egyptian civilization, including the invasion of foreign powers and the eventual absorption of Egypt into the Roman Empire. Overall, The Civilization of the Ancient Egyptians is an engaging and informative read that offers a fascinating glimpse into one of the most important civilizations in human history.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: 1163157643
• ISBN13: 9781163157640
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 176 Pages
• Weight: 0.54 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"