Ancient Egyptian Technology and Innovation

by Ian Shaw

This book examines the fundamental evidence for many different aspects of change and evolution in ancient Egyptian technology. It includes discussion of the wider cognitive and social contexts, such as the Egyptian propensity for mental creativity and innovation, and the pace of change in Egypt in comparison with other African, Mediterranean and Near Eastern states.

This book draws not only on traditional archaeological and textual sources...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0715631187
• ISBN13: 9780715631188
• Release Date: July 2012
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.1"