Description
| Product ID: | 9780140513318 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | CN |
| Title: | The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt |
| Authors: | Author: Bill Manley |
| Page Count: | 144 |
| Subjects: | African history, African history, Ancient history, Historical geography, Geographical maps: specialist / thematic maps, Ancient history: to c 500 CE, Historical geography, Geographical maps (specialist), Egypt |
| Description: | Select Guide Rating From its humble origins as a cluster of rival chiefdoms along the banks of the Nile, ancient Egypt rose to become one of the most advanced civilizations of its time. This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from the founding of Memphis around 5000 BC onwards. From its humble origins as a cluster of rival chiefdoms along the banks of the Nile, ancient Egypt rose to become one of the most advanced civilizations of its time. This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from the founding of Memphis around 5000 BC, through the territorial expansion and flourishing trade of the ‘age of empire’, to Greek domination and ultimate collapse. Political rivalries are charted through the successive dynasties, from the strife of the intermediate periods to the golden ages of prosperity and artistic glory under Akhenaten, Tutankhamun and Ramesses II. The latest archaeological evidence is used to cast new light on the vast architectural legacy of the world’s first great nation state. The authoritative narrative, illustrated with over sixty full colour maps and over seventy plates, makes this an indispensable handbook for history students and enthusiasts alike. |
| Imprint Name: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Publisher Name: | Penguin Books Ltd |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 1996-09-05 |