Writings from Ancient Egypt [electronic resource]
Toby Wilkinson2016
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'Man perishes; his corpse turns to dust; all his relatives pass away. But
writings make him remembered.'
The fascination Ancient Egypt holds in our minds has many sources, but at the
heart of it lie hieroglyphics. This extraordinary writing system was for many
years seen as the ultimate challenge and puzzle before finally being cracked in
the 1820s. Preserved carved in stone or inked on papyri, hieroglyphic writings
give a unique insight into an awe-inspiring but also deeply mysterious culture.
Toby Wilkinson has translated a rich selection of pieces, ranging from accounts
of battles to hymns to stories to royal proclamations. This book is both very
enjoyable and an essential resource for anyone wanting to study one of
humankind's great civilizations.
Main title:
Writings from Ancient Egypt [electronic resource] / Toby Wilkinson
Author:
Toby Wilkinson, Author
Imprint:
United Kingdom : Penguin, 2016
Collation:
1 online resource (1 text file) (368 pages)
Audience:
General/trade
System details:
Platform: epubMode of access: Internet
ISBN:
9780141395968
Language:
English
BRN:
433406
Electronic access:
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| Location | Collection | Call number | Status/Desc |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online | Online resource (Member logon) | indyreads - eBook |