Shaw, Ian

"Explores the history and culture of pharaonic Egypt, including ideas about Egyptian kingship, religion, ethics, customs, and writing systems. The ancient Egyptians are an enduring source of fascination and mystery; for generations, mummies and pyramids, curses and rituals have captured the imagination. This . . . [book] draws on . . . archaeological discoveries and scholarship on ancient Egypt. It considers issues relating to the history of Egyptology, ethnicity, race, gender, and sexual relations. Moreover, it examines the impact of the Arab Spring on approaches to Egyptian museums and cultural heritage all over the world"--Provided by publisher.

This book presents information on the ancient Egyptian world. Major ideas, events, and personalities that shaped 4,000 years of life in the Nile Valley are provided here, along with entries on the many archaeologists who unearthed Egypt's legacy.