Egypt in the Neolithic and Archaic Periods

Egypt in the Neolithic and Archaic Periods is a book written by E.A. Wallis Budge, an Egyptologist and curator at the British Museum. The book provides a detailed account of the early history of Egypt, from the prehistoric Neolithic period to the end of the Old Kingdom in the 22nd century BC.Budge begins by describing the geography and climate of Egypt during this time period, and then moves on to discuss the development of agriculture and the rise of settled communities. He also explores the religious beliefs and practices of the early Egyptians, including their worship of animal gods and the construction of temples and tombs.The book also covers the political history of Egypt during the Neolithic and Archaic periods, including the emergence of the first dynasties and the construction of the pyramids. Budge provides detailed descriptions of the various pharaohs and their accomplishments, as well as the social and economic conditions of the time.Overall, Egypt in the Neolithic and Archaic Periods is a comprehensive and informative account of the early history of one of the world’s most fascinating civilizations. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egypt and its rich cultural heritage.1902. Illustrated. Books on Egypt and Chaldaea, Vol. IX of the Series. A History of Egypt From the End of the Neolithic Period to the Death of Cleopatra VII. B.C. 30. Volume I. Egypt in the Neolithic and Archaic Periods. E. A. Wallis Budge was the Curator of Egyptian and Assyrian Antiquities at the British Museum from 1894 to 1924. Budge is perhaps best known for translating The Egyptian Book of The Dead (also known as The Papyrus of Ani), as well as analyzing many of the practices of Egyptian religion, language and ritual. He was also involved in numerous archaeology digs in Egypt, Mesopotamia and the Sudan. The narrative begins with an account of Egypt and her people in the latter part of the Neolithic Period, and ends with the description of her conquest by the Romans under Caesar Octavianus, B.C. 30. The history of Egypt as an independent country properly ends with the death of Cleopatra, for this great queen was the last of the independent monarchs who succeeded to the throne of the Pharaohs. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.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.