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Hoboken, NJ : Wiley-Blackwell, 2021.
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Outlining the major political and cultural events, A History ofAncient Egypt is an authoritative and accessible introductionto this fascinating ancient culture. An accessible chronological narrative that draws on a range ofhistorical sources Offers an up-to-date survey of ancient Egypt?s historyfrom its origins to its domination by the Roman Empire Considers social and economic life and the rich culture ofancient Egypt Places Egypt?s history within its regional context,detailing interactions with Asia and Africa Engages students with various perspectives on a range ofcritical issues with the Key Debate section included in eachchapter Makes the latest discoveries and scholarship accessible to awide audience
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Not as good as his history of Near East, but still decent.
Not as Eurocentric as some would have it, but it certainly written from a European perspective. Whether this is because of Mr. Van De Mieroop's prejudices or because of scarcity of written sources from African areas neighbouring Egypt, is
Not as Eurocentric as some would have it, but it certainly written from a European perspective. Whether this is because of Mr. Van De Mieroop's prejudices or because of scarcity of written sources from African areas neighbouring Egypt, is
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9781119620877
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