Voices of Ancient Egypt: Contemporary Accounts of Daily Life (Voices of an Era) - Hardcover

Supporting the current trends toward document-based teaching, this book introduces the reader to the multifaceted world of ancient Egypt through revealing excerpts from 51 texts written by Egyptians themselves. * Offers a fresh yet accessible approach to the study of ancient Egypt by giving readers firsthand insights into Egyptians' own perceptions of their unique world * Illuminates the character and social history of the ancient Egyptians as well as many aspects of daily life and practice * Shows how the extensive timespan of ancient Egyptian civilization and its domination of the surrounding geographical areas exerted a profound influence that lasted through time * Demonstrates how significant aspects of ancient Egyptian culture have been transmitted to the modern world * Includes "Topics and Activities to Consider" to encourage discussion and allow readers to expand their knowledge

Rosalie David, OBE, PhD, FRSA, is professor emeritus of Egyptology at the University of Manchester, UK.