Publisher's Synopsis
First published in 1902, this comprehensive history of ancient Egypt spans more than three millennia, from the earliest recorded settlements to the end of the Ptolemaic dynasty. Written by acclaimed Egyptologist Sir Ernest Alfred Wallis Budge, this volume includes detailed descriptions of the rise and fall of Egypt's pharaohs, its religious practices and customs, and its political and social systems. With plenty of illustrations and detailed footnotes, this book is an essential reference for students of ancient history.
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