This book addresses some of the main themes of the study of Egypt during the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. In a combination of case studies and discursive chapters, the status of Egypt as an important example of traditional Asian scholarship, and as an ancient model of imperialism itself, is examined. Contributions range from studies of nineteenth century antiquarianism, and the collecting of Egyptian antiquities as an extension of the territorial ambitions and rivalries of the European powers, to explorations of how Egypt is understood and interpreted in contemporary societies. Views of Ancient Egypt also considers the way in which Ancient Egypt has been adopted by less privileged members of some societies as a cultural icon of past greatness.

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David Jeffreys

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"A good introduction to the entire series.overall emphasis is the changing attitude toward and interpretation of Egyptian history in the last 200 years." -Journal of the American Oriental Society

Book Information
ISBN 9781598742022
Author David Jeffreys
Format Paperback
Page Count 239
Imprint Left Coast Press Inc
Publisher Left Coast Press Inc
Weight(grams) 385g