Bibliograph

Ancient Egyptians, [writer, Andrew Langley]

Type

Label

Ancient Egyptians, [writer, Andrew Langley]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [62]) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Ancient Egyptians

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

252921640

Responsibility statement

[writer, Andrew Langley]

Series statement

Early peoples

Summary

"A discussion of the early Egyptians, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Who were the ancient Egyptians? -- Where did the ancient Egyptians live? -- The origins of the ancient Egyptians and their early history -- The Middle Kingdom from around 1975 B.C. to 1640 B.C. -- The New Kingdom from around 1539 B.C. to 1075 B.C. -- The rulers -- The state officials -- Priests and priestesses -- Soldiers and warfare -- Artisans and craftworkers -- Farmers -- Servants and slaves -- Beliefs, Gods, and Goddesses -- Mummies and the afterlife -- Mummies and the afterlife -- Pyramid tombs -- Temples -- Language and writing -- Painting and sculpture -- Family life -- Shelter and clothing -- Food and drink -- Children and education -- Music, games, and festivals -- Trade and transportation -- Decline and Civil War -- Greek and Roman rule -- The ancient Egyptian legacy

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Contributor