Social Life in Ancient Egypt, (Hardcover)

<p>"Social Life in Ancient Egypt" provides a detailed and authoritative examination of the daily existence and societal structures of one of history's most fascinating civilizations. Written by the pioneering Egyptologist W. M. Flinders Petrie, this work distills decades of archaeological research into a comprehensive overview of how the people of the Nile Valley lived, worked, and organized their world. From the rigid hierarchies of the royal court and the administration of the state to the lives of common laborers and the complexities of the legal system, Petrie explores the foundational elements of Egyptian society.</p><p>The book delves into various aspects of private and public life, including housing, food, clothing, and social customs. It also examines the economic drivers of the era, such as trade and agriculture, alongside the moral and ethical frameworks that guided the ancient Egyptians. By focusing on the human element of history, "Social Life in Ancient Egypt" moves beyond mere dates and monuments to reveal the vibrant culture and enduring spirit of a civilization that continues to captivate the modern imagination. This volume remains an essential resource for students of history and archaeology, offering profound insights into the social fabric of the Pharaonic age.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>

• Social Life in Ancient Egypt, (Hardcover)
• Author: Tradd Street Press
• ISBN: 9781025991511
• Format: Hardcover
• Publication Date: 2026-02-14
• Page Count: 228