The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest

The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is a comprehensive book written by James Henry Breasted. It provides a detailed account of the ancient civilization of Egypt, starting from its earliest origins up until the Persian conquest. The book covers a wide range of topics related to Egyptian history, including its political, social, cultural, and economic developments.Breasted's work is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific period in Egyptian history. He begins by discussing the prehistoric origins of Egypt and its early dynasties, before moving on to the Old Kingdom and the construction of the pyramids. He then examines the Middle Kingdom and the rise of the pharaohs, followed by the New Kingdom and the reign of famous rulers such as Hatshepsut, Thutmose III, and Akhenaten.The book also covers the decline of Egypt during the Third Intermediate Period, the reunification of the country under the Nubian kings, and the eventual conquest by the Persians. Throughout the book, Breasted provides detailed descriptions of important events and figures in Egyptian history, as well as insights into the daily lives of ordinary Egyptians.Overall, The History of Egypt From the Earliest Time to the Persian Conquest is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of ancient Egypt. Breasted's meticulous research and engaging writing style make this book a must-read for scholars and casual readers alike.1909. The plan adopted in the production of this history is one which will in some measure also condition its use. The sources from which the knowledge of the early career of the Nile Valley peoples is drawn are of the meagerest extent, and most inadequate in character. Contents: Introduction; Old Kingdom; Middle Kingdom, the Feudal Age; Hyksos, The Rise of the Empire; The Empire, the First Period; The Empire, the Second Period; Decadence; Restoration and the End. Illustrated with two hundred figures and maps.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.