
The pharaohs who created such great monuments as the Valley of the Kings and the temples at Karnak have been the subject of many books. But there has been little written for the general reader about the lives of ordinary Egyptians - the bureaucrats, scribes, craftsmen, and farmers - who were also part of this great civilization. In this book, T.G.H.James shows us in fascinating details what paintings and inscriptions from tombs and temples, official archives, private correspondence, accounts, and dispatches reveal about the lives of men and women who lived more than three thousand years ago.
This book investigates the daily existence and social structures of non-royal individuals in ancient Egypt, shifting the focus from pharaonic monuments to the common populace. T.G.H. James, a former Keeper of Egyptian Antiquities at the British Museum, utilizes his extensive expertise to synthesize archaeological evidence and primary source documents. He constructs a comprehensive framework that highlights the roles of bureaucrats, scribes, craftsmen, and farmers within the broader context of Egyptian civilization.
What You Will Find
Scope Limits
Experts recognize this work as a highly accessible entry point for those interested in the social history of the ancient world. Readers frequently note that the prose is clear and informative, making complex historical data approachable for the general public.
Page Count:
282
Publication Date:
1986-02-01
Publisher:
University of Chicago Press (Trd)
ISBN-10:
019281883X
ISBN-13:
9780192818836
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