The Archaeology of Early Egypt

Social Transformations in North-East Africa, c.10,000 to 2,650 BC

By:

David Wengrow

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Paperback / softback

Series:

Cambridge World Archaeology

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In this authoritative and compelling 2006 survey of the archaeology of early Egypt, David Wengrow offers an interpretation of the emergence of farming economies and the dynastic state, c.10,000 to 2,650 BC. Exploring key themes such as the nature of state power, kingship and the inception of writing, Wengrow illuminates prehistoric social development along the Nile through comparison with neighbouring regions. Detailed analysis of the archaeological record reveals the interplay between large-scale processes of economic and political change and intimate material practices through which social identities were transformed, focussing upon ritual treatments of the dead. Employing rich empirical data and engaging critically with anthropological theory and the history of archaeological thought, Wengrow's work challenges the theoretical isolation of Egyptian prehistory and breaches the methodological boundaries that separate prehistory from Egyptology. It is essential reading for anybody with an interest in ancient Egyptian civilisation or early state formation.

Author Biography:

David Wengrow is a Lecturer at the Institute of Archaeology, University College London, where he has established a new program of study comparing ancient societies of the Middle East and Eastern Mediterranean.

Release date NZ

May 25th, 2006

Author

David Wengrow

Audiences

Professional & Vocational
Tertiary Education (US: College)

Illustrations

7 Maps; 35 Halftones, unspecified; 48 Line drawings, unspecified

Pages

366

Series

Cambridge World Archaeology

Dimensions

173x246x23

ISBN-13

9780521543743

Product ID

2037751

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