The book provides a detailed exploration of ancient Egyptian religious rituals, bringing to life the practices performed in temples, tombs, and private homes. It delves into the significance of these rituals, highlighting their cultural and spiritual importance in ancient Egyptian society. Through vivid descriptions, readers gain insight into the beliefs and ceremonies that shaped the daily lives and afterlives of the Egyptians.
Egyptologists, philologists and archaeologists have long worked side by side in Egypt, but they often fail to understand one another's approaches. This book aims to introduce students to the archaeological side of the study of ancient Egypt and to bridge the gap between disciplines by explaining how archaeologists tackle a variety of problems.
Egypt and the Egyptians is an entirely up-to-date and comprehensive view of ancient Egyptian religion and culture. Unlike other books, it blends Egyptology, history, anthropology and sociology to give the reader an appreciation of the breadth of the ancient culture. The book is arranged topically, each chapter dealing with a specific aspect of the history, geology and culture. A glossary and extensive index make it easy for the reader to explore any specific aspect of Egyptian civilization.