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The volume is designed as a "ready reference" that distills three millennia of history into a single-volume format.
It includes a general chronology and a detailed chronological table of Egyptian rulers and governors to help readers navigate the complex dynastic periods. Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt (Histori...
Beyond historical data, the book covers the history of Egyptology itself, highlighting significant people and places related to modern archaeological discoveries and scholarship. The volume is designed as a "ready reference"
Expanded the original entries and updated the bibliography. Expanded the original entries and updated the bibliography
Approximately 518 pages , this latest version features revised introductory essays and hundreds of updated or corrected entries to align with contemporary scholarship.
The book has seen significant updates across three primary editions to reflect new archaeological findings:
The Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt , authored by renowned Egyptologist , is a comprehensive reference work that spans the entirety of ancient Egyptian history—from the Prehistoric Period through the end of Roman rule. Published by Rowman & Littlefield (formerly Scarecrow Press), the third edition released in late 2022 serves as a vital resource for both specialists and general readers. Core Content and Structure