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100 1 _aMaspero, G.
_q(Gaston),
_d1846-1916
245 1 0 _aHistory of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 2 (of 12)
246 1 _aHistory of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 2 (of 12)
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-12-16
508 _aProduced by David Widger
520 _a"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 2 (of 12)" by G. Maspero is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book meticulously explores the various civilizations of the ancient Near East, focusing particularly on the political structures, social hierarchies, and cultural practices of Egypt and its neighboring regions. It offers readers an in-depth look into the governance and societal organization during the reign of the Pharaohs and the complex relationships among the ruling classes, priests, and the citizenry. The opening of the volume sets the stage by delineating the political constitution of ancient Egypt, detailing the roles of the Pharaoh, royal family, and priesthood within the society. It describes the dual nature of the Pharaoh as both a divine monarch and a mortal man, highlighting his responsibilities, familial relationships, and the intricate dynamics of royal succession. Furthermore, the text delves into the lives of common citizens and the peasantry, depicting their hardships and daily routines, thus providing a comprehensive view of life in ancient Egypt. Through vivid descriptions, it paints a portrait of the grandeur and complexity of a civilization that significantly influenced human history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aHistory, Ancient
653 _aMiddle East -- History
653 _aEgypt -- History -- To 640 A.D.
653 _aCivilization, Ancient
700 1 _aSayce, A. H.
_q(Archibald Henry),
_d1845-1933
700 1 _aMcClure, M. L.,
_d-1918
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/17322
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