The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt

(Author) Toby Wilkinson
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This is a story studded with extraordinary achievements and historic moments, from the building of the pyramids and the conquest of Nubia, through Akhenaten's religious revolution, the power and beauty of Nefertiti, the glory of Tutankhamun's burial chamber, and the ruthlessness of Ramesses, to Alexander the Great's invasion, and Cleopatra's fatal entanglement with Rome. As the world's first nation-state, the history of Ancient Egypt is above all the story of the attempt to unite a disparate realm and defend it against hostile forces from within and without. Combining grand narrative sweep with detailed knowledge of hieroglyphs and the iconography of power, Toby Wilkinson reveals Ancient Egypt in all its complexity.

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Publisher:
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
673
Language:
en
ISBN:
9781408810026
Publish year:
2011
Publish date:
Aug. 1, 2011

Toby Wilkinson

Toby Wilkinson is a renowned British Egyptologist and author known for his comprehensive works on ancient Egypt. His most notable works include "The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt" and "The Nile: A Journey Downriver Through Egypt's Past and Present." Wilkinson's writing style is characterized by meticulous research, engaging storytelling, and a deep understanding of Egyptian history and culture. His contributions to literature include shedding new light on the mysteries of ancient Egypt and making this fascinating civilization accessible to a wider audience. "The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt" is considered his most famous work, offering a detailed and insightful account of the rise and decline of one of the world's greatest civilizations. Overall, Toby Wilkinson has made a significant impact on the study of ancient Egypt and has solidified his reputation as a leading authority in the field.

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