Ancient Egypt: a history in six objects
This course provides a general introduction to the history of ancient Egypt
Ancient Egyptian civilization is so grand that our minds sometimes have difficulty adjusting to it. If you're awed by the Great Pyramid, amazed by the magnificent golden mask and other treasures of Tutankhamen, curious about how this longest-lived of all ancient cultures has influenced us, or just intrigued by the mysterious hows and whys of all things Egyptian, then you must own this comprehensive and entertaining course by one of our most popular professors.
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This course provides a general introduction to the history of ancient Egypt
The wonders of ancient Egypt have intrigued and dazzled humanity for thousands of years. This course takes you deep inside the tombs, temples, palaces, and dwellings of the ancient Egyptians, where you’ll explore the structure and meaning of the Egyptian pyramid, delve into Egyptian cosmology, relive elaborate mystical rituals, discover sublime treasures of art, and learn in detail how the ancient Egyptians lived and died.
Travel back in time and experience life as it was lived in ancient Egypt with this two-course set. In The Real Ancient Egypt, join four acclaimed Egyptologists for a look at how modern research has transformed our long-held perceptions of ancient Egypt. Then, embark on a richly detailed tour of Egypt’s greatest historical and artistic treasures, in The Great Tours: A Guided Tour of Ancient Egypt.
In The Real Ancient Egypt, four working Egyptologists share their insights into this long and complex historical period. You’ll hear stories of kings, priests, and peasants; witness religious rituals, shocking crimes, and tense military conflicts; see extraordinary works of art and architecture; and transform the way you think about one of the world’s most memorable ancient civilizations.
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