Living in Ancient Egypt Living in the Ancient World

by Norman Bancroft Hunt

"Living in Ancient Egypt" primarily focuses on an "ideal" period set some time in the later Pharaonic Era. This book examines all the aspects of daily life across all strata of Egyptian society, from the priestly caste to the lowliest peasant farmer and the slaves, from food to religious beliefs. Coverage includes the Egyptian farming cycle, the pharaoh's role, marriage and divorce, education and trade, and entertainment and games in Egyptian society. This reference is a useful tool for students wanting to learn more about living in ancient Egypt. Chapters include: Nile, Giver of Life; Egyptian Society and Government; and A Land Ruled by Gods.

Genres: History

Unknown Binding

First published January 1, 2008

About the author

Graduated from Kingston School of Art in 1968. He was elected fellow of the Royal Anthropological Institute in 1975 and is currently a lecturer and researcher in visual theory and cultural studies at the Kent Institute of Art and Design. He is the author of numerous books on Native American art and culture, including Historical Atlas of Ancient America, from Facts On File/Checkmark Books, and the award-winning People of the Totem"

Reviews

[Roselyn Blonger · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed it. The illustrations are fantastic, and although the content is quite simple, the information is well condensed. It includes several lesser-known details that I found to be great additions. It’s a very quick read, entertaining, and highly accessible for people with no prior knowledge of the topic.

[Ala'a · Rating 5 out of 5]

So I was reading The Bartimaeus Trilogy and I really liked Khaba the sorcerer from Egypt. The way how he always swore in the name of Ra and that loyal Marid of his Ammet _which I found out later to be similar to the name of the devourer of wicked souls in the afterlife Ammit according to the ancient Egyptian mythology_ piqued my curiosity to venture in this world. The book served as a decent introduction since I had very little and basic knowledge. Norman mentions bits and pieces of every aspect of the life of an ancient Egyptian's lifestyles, politics, mythology, architecture, etc, with pretty art, colors, and charts filling each page.
Seeing is believing, right? You can download it from Here and see for yourself.
P.S. The TED-Ed lesson "A glimpse of teenage life in ancient Rome" has the same lively atmosphere. Loved them both *_*