Ancient Egypt: a history in six objects
This course provides a general introduction to the history of ancient Egypt
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.
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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.
No great civilization continues to speak to us like that of ancient Egypt. Yet what made Egypt great were the individuals who ruled it. Great Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt recounts the lives and accomplishments of great leaders such as Tutankhamen, Ramses the Great, and Cleopatra. Professor Bob Brier, an acclaimed Egyptologist, presents a veritable 30-century history of Egypt that peers into almost every aspect of ancient Egyptian life. You'll learn what made Egypt great, what finally brought about its downfall, and why it remains imbedded in our minds today. By the end of the course, you'll feel a stronger connection with the men and women who made Egypt the greatest nation of the ancient world.
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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