Publisher's Synopsis
The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is a comprehensive book written by James Henry Breasted that covers the history of Egypt from its earliest times up until the Persian conquest. The book is divided into three parts, each covering a different period of Egyptian history. The first part covers the pre-dynastic period, the second part covers the Old Kingdom and Middle Kingdom, and the third part covers the New Kingdom and the Persian conquest.Throughout the book, Breasted provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments that occurred in Egypt during each period. He covers topics such as the rise and fall of various dynasties, the construction of the pyramids, the development of the Egyptian religion, and the various wars and conflicts that occurred throughout Egyptian history.Breasted's writing is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers. He draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient Egyptian texts, archaeological evidence, and historical records from other civilizations, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of Egypt's history.Overall, The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is an essential book for anyone interested in the history of Egypt or ancient civilizations in general. It provides a thorough and engaging overview of one of the world's most fascinating and influential civilizations.1909. The plan adopted in the production of this history is one which will in some measure also condition its use. The sources from which the knowledge of the early career of the Nile Valley peoples is drawn are of the meagerest extent, and most inadequate in character. Contents: Introduction; Old Kingdom; Middle Kingdom, the Feudal Age; Hyksos, The Rise of the Empire; The Empire, the First Period; The Empire, the Second Period; Decadence; Restoration and the End. Illustrated with two hundred figures and maps.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
