The legacy of Egypt
By: edited by J. R. Harris.
Contributors: Glanville, S.R.K. 1900-1956, ed.
Edition: 2d ed.
Publisher: Clarendon Press
Published: 1971
Place of publication: Oxford [Eng.]
Language: eng
Number of pages: 510
Subjects: Egypt -- Civilization
Description: This completely revised edition of a classic study of ancient Egypt takes full account of recent scholarly work. Tracing the values and achievements of the early inhabitants of the Nile valley, the late Harris's study includes chapters on "Mystery, Myth, and Magic," "The Hieroglyphic Tradition," mathematics and astronomy, medicine, law, literature, diplomacy, and the ancient Egyptian legacy to Africa and Islam.--Publisher description.
Notes: Includes bibliographies.
First ed. by S. R. K. Glanville.