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100 1 _aMaspero, G.
_q(Gaston),
_d1846-1916
245 1 0 _aHistory of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 6 (of 12)
246 1 _aHistory of Egypt, Chaldea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 6 (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 Character set: ISO-8859-1
520 _a"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 6" by G. Maspero is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This volume delves into the intricate history and customs of ancient Egyptian civilization, particularly focusing on the close of the Theban Empire during the reign of Ramses III. It likely weaves a narrative rich with descriptions of rituals, funerary practices, and the socio-political dynamics of ancient Egypt, showcasing the era's religious beliefs and artistic expressions. At the start of this volume, the text intricately describes the evolution of the Theban necropolis and the importance of funerary practices among the ancient Egyptians. The narrative elaborates on the mummification process, the elaborate funerals, and the precious offerings made to the deceased, illustrating the profound relationship between life and death in Egyptian culture. It captures the bustling life surrounding death, detailing the roles of artisans, priests, and mourners, while also indicating societal divisions and the influence of the priesthood of Amon during this transformative period in Egyptian 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/17326
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