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Red Land, Black Land

Daily Life in Ancient Egypt

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Red Land, Black Land

By: Barbara Mertz
Narrated by: Lorna Raver
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Summary

 Esteemed Egyptologist Barbara Mertz updates her widely praised social history of the people of ancient Egypt, which was originally published in 1968. Combining impeccable scholarship with a delightfully personal style, the author reconstructs the life of the Egyptians from birth to death, and beyond death, too.

She also presents much fascinating detail on the building of the pyramids and the intricate art of mummification. Students and laymen alike will enjoy the wealth of authentic material on every aspect of Egyptian life that Mertz provides.

©2008 MPM Manor, Inc. (P)2008 Tantor Ancient Archaeology Egypt Middle East Africa Ancient Egypt Ancient History Mythology
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"One can only highly recommend the book." ( Natural History)
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Great book, very interesting for anyone not only geeks. I learned a lot of interesting facts, and authors views on things like magic are also interesting.

Interesting for anyone

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An excellent and most intertaining whilst well informed and accurate way of narrating Egyptian culture and tradition.

Story telling style ancient Egyptian culture

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With the voice of Peabody we hear an Egyptologists look at life and culture in ancient Egypt. This nonfiction book is entertaining, educational and humorous.

A must for Amelia Peabody Fans!

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the reading was frustrating to follow for long periods. the recording wasn't great. I thought the pacing was too fast and the reader's voice grating and scratchy.

Some interesting detail but the narrator let this book down

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This book is really a great find, especially if you enjoy learning about the life and lifestyles of average people throughout history.

Perfect Social History

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