My Wish Lists Login / Join

The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt

By: Toby Wilkinson

Write A Review

Paperback | 1 November 2011 | Edition Number 1

At a Glance

Paperback
672 Pages

Dimensions(cm)
19.5 x 12.5 x 5

Paperback

RRP $29.99

$24.99

17%OFF

or 4 interest-free payments of $6.25 with

In Stock and Ships next day

A brilliantly readable, beautifully illustrated general history of ancient Egypt, from the builders of the first pyramids to Cleopatra.
'A sophisticated and complete account' The Times: Books of the Year
'Wilkinson's stirring and clear-sighted account of the ancient world''s most enduring civilisation comes as a welcome treat' Sunday Times: Books of the Year

This is a story studded with extraordinary achievements and historic moments, from the building of the pyramids and the conquest of Nubia, through Akhenaten''s religious revolution, the power and beauty of Nefertiti, the glory of Tutankhamun''s burial chamber, and the ruthlessness of Ramesses, to Alexander the Great''s invasion and Cleopatra''s fatal entanglement with Rome.

As the world''s first nation-state, the history of Ancient Egypt is above all the story of the attempt to unite a disparate realm and defend it against hostile forces from within and without. Combining grand narrative sweep with detailed knowledge of hieroglyphs and the iconography of power, Toby Wilkinson reveals Ancient Egypt in all its complexity.

Industry Reviews

Praise for Early Dynastic Egypt 'The extraordinary scope and outstanding quality of this synthesis makes it a work of scholarship of the highest quality and a major contribution to Egyptology. Wilkinson has established a reputation for himself as a scholar of formidable talent and productivity' Chronique d'Egypte 'A reliable and essential book which Egyptologists will consult regularly and rewardingly' Antiquity 'This volume will be a standard reference for years to come' Journal of African History

Shipping

	Standard Shipping	Express Shipping
Metro postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Regional postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95
Rural postcodes:	$9.99	$14.95

How to return your order

At Booktopia, we offer hassle-free returns in accordance with our returns policy. If you wish to return an item, please get in touch with Booktopia Customer Care.

Additional postage charges may be applicable.