Author

Contributions

  • Glanville, S.R.K. 1900-1956, ed. - Contributor

Publication

1971 - Clarendon Press, Oxford [Eng.], England

Language

English

Word Count

127,500 words, Guess

Page Count

510 pages

Identifiers

and 3 more
  • Library of Congress Control Number72179507
  • LibraryThing1467986
  • Goodreads591079

Classifications

  • DDC913.32/03
  • LCCDT61 .H28 1971

Description

This completely revised edition of a classic study of ancient Egypt takes full account of recent scholarly work. Tracing the values and achievements of the early inhabitants of the Nile valley, the late Harris's study includes chapters on "Mystery, Myth, and Magic," "The Hieroglyphic Tradition," mathematics and astronomy, medicine, law, literature, diplomacy, and the ancient Egyptian legacy to Africa and Islam.--Publisher description.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • The legacy of EgyptClarendon Press1971-01-01

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