The legacy of Egypt

This completely revised edition of a classic study of ancient Egypt takes full account of recent scholarly work. Tracing the values and achievements of the early inhabitants of the Nile valley, the late Harris's study includes chapters on "Mystery, Myth, and Magic," "The Hieroglyphic Tradition," mathematics and astronomy, medicine, law, literature, diplomacy, and the ancient Egyptian legacy to Africa and Islam.--Publisher description.

Year

1971

Language

English

Publisher

Oxford University Press, USA

Editions

3

Pages

552

ISBN

9780198219125

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