The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt
Book description
From its humble origins as a cluster of rival chiefdoms along the banks of the Nile, ancient Egypt rose to become one of the most advanced civilizations of its time. This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from the founding of Memphis around 5000 BC, through the…
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1 author picked The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
I’m recommending this 1st book because it really is the perfect introduction to ancient Egypt and its unique landscape. Its accessible format features excellent maps which each have a theme to best explain the way Egypt’s distinct environment directly influenced its culture, its history, and its relationship with the rest of the ancient world.
From Joann's list on ancient Egypt based on fact not fiction.
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