The History of Egypt V5

By Gaston Maspero and A.H. Sayce

Book Overview

The History of Egypt V5 is a book written by the renowned French Egyptologist, Gaston Maspero. It is a comprehensive account of the history of ancient Egypt, covering the period from the reign of the pharaohs to the end of the Roman Empire. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period in Egyptian history. Maspero provides detailed descriptions of the political, social, and cultural developments that took place during each era, as well as the major events and figures that shaped the course of Egyptian history. The book is richly illustrated with maps, photographs, and drawings, and is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egyptian history and culture.The fifth of a thirteen volume history of Egypt and the surrounding civilizations. This volume continues a treatment of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria by G. Maspero, translated by M.L. McClure, and edited by A.H. Sayce. The set is spectacularly illustrated with over twelve hundred plates and illustrations. Contents of volume five: Eighteenth Theban Dynasty (continued); Reaction against Egypt; Close of the Theban Empire.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: 1162590963
• ISBN13: 9781162590967
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 386 Pages
• Weight: 1.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"