People of the Pharaohs: From Peasant to Courtier

by Wilson, Hilary

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Book description: London: Brockhampton Press Ltd., 1999. No Edition. Hard Cover. New/New. Photographs and Drawings . NEW Egypt has long been seen as the land of temples, tombs, and pyramids, inhabited by a population obsessed by death. But is this a true picture of Egyptian society? This volume provides a detailed study of the life, beliefs and achievements of the Egyptian people by examining ten trades, professions and occupations covering all levels of society from the peasant farmer to the King himself. The structure of society, founded on the family unit, was dedicated to the protection of the weakest members so that women and children were both valued and cherished. The priesthood cared for the gods who were the first citizens of Egypt, believing that, while their gods were content to live among them, the land was subject to the rule of Maat, an all-embracing concept of order, justice, and equilibrium. The King, a god on earth, was the supreme guardian of Maat and, while Maat was maintained, life was good, so good that the Egyptians wanted it to continue forever. The elaborate preparations they made for their everlasting existence, depicted here in fascinating detail, prove that life was the real Egyptian obsession. Illustrated with 100 drawings and over 30 colour pictures, this book is a great introduction to everyday life in Ancient Egypt. 248 pages including an index. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall.

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