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The Nile: A Journey Downriver Through Egypts Past And Present-new,New
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A Hypnotic Journey In The Company Of One Of The Worlds Most Acclaimed Egyptologists Over The Fabled River Telling How The Nile Continually Brought Life To An Ancient Civilization Now Dead And How It Sustained Its Successors, Now In Tumult.Renowned Egyptologist Toby Wilkinson Leads Us Through Space As Much As Time: From The Rivers Mystical Sources (The Blue Nile Which Rises In Ethiopia, And The White Nile Coursing From Majestic Lake Victoria); To Thebes, With Its Valley Of The Kings, Valley Of The Queens, And Luxor Temple; The Fertile Delta; Giza, Home Of The Great Pyramid, The Sole Surviving Wonder Of The Ancient World; And Finally, To The Pulsating Capital City Of Cairo, Where The Arab Spring Erupted On The Bridges Over The Nile. Along The Way, He Introduces Us To Mysterious And Fabled Charactersthe Gods, Godlike Pharaohs, Emperors And Empresses, Who Joined Their Fate To The Nile And Gained Immortality; The Adventurers, Archaeologists, And Historians Who Have All Fallen Under Its Spell. With Matchless Erudition And Storytelling Skill, Through A Lens Equal To Both Panoramas And Closeups, Wilkinson Brings Millennia Of History Into View.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Nile: A Journey Downriver Through Egypt's Past and Present'? A: The book explores the historical significance of the Nile River in shaping ancient Egyptian civilization and its impact on modern Egypt, highlighting its role in sustaining life and culture.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by renowned Egyptologist Toby Wilkinson.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, providing durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in this book? A: The book contains 320 pages, offering an in-depth exploration of its subject matter.
- Q: When was 'The Nile: A Journey Downriver Through Egypt's Past and Present' published? A: The book was published on June 10, 2014.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is classified as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition upon arrival.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: The book is categorized under 'East Africa', reflecting its geographical focus.
- Q: Is there any specific feature regarding order dispatch? A: Yes, orders are dispatched from our UK warehouse the next working day.
- Q: What kind of readers would benefit from this book? A: Readers interested in Egyptology, history, and the cultural significance of the Nile River would find this book particularly valuable.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: While the product description does not specify, books of this nature often include illustrations or maps to enhance the reader's understanding of the subject.