{"product_id":"great-ages-of-man-ancient-egypt-time-life-series","title":"Great Ages of Man Ancient Egypt  Time Life Series","description":"\u003cp\u003eAncient Egypt is a volume in the acclaimed Great Ages of Man series, a history of the world's cultures published by Time-Life Books. First released in 1965, this 192-page hardcover book was written by noted classicist and historian Lionel Casson. It remains a highly collectible and sought-after volume by history buffs and book collectors alike.\u003cbr\u003eOverview of the Volume\u003cbr\u003e•\tAuthor: Written by Lionel Casson, an expert in ancient maritime history and classical civilizations.\u003cbr\u003e•\tFormat: A 192-page hardcover bound with a distinctive quarter-cloth spine characteristic of vintage Time-Life Books.\u003cbr\u003e•\tVisuals: Heavily illustrated with high-quality photo essays, maps, architectural diagrams, and reproductions of Egyptian art.\u003cbr\u003e•\tCore Philosophy: Rather than treating the ancient builders as mythic or mysterious figures, Casson portrays them as real people navigating daily life, governance, and faith.\u003cbr\u003eKey Subjects Covered\u003cbr\u003e•\tThe Nile Valley: How the unique geography of the Nile River shaped Egyptian agriculture, society, and governance.\u003cbr\u003e•\tThe Dynasties: The rise and fall of the Old, Middle, and New Kingdoms.\u003cbr\u003e•\tFamous Figures: Historical deep dives into prominent pharaohs and figures including Ramses, Djoser, and Nefertiti.\u003cbr\u003e•\tMonuments \u0026amp; Engineering: The architectural evolution behind the pyramids, temples, and the engineering marvels of the ancient world.\u003cbr\u003e•\tCulture \u0026amp; Religion: Explorations of hieroglyphics, complex mythologies, mummification, and the afterlife.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Time - Life International","offers":[{"title":"Fair \/ 000140001","offer_id":48093694886039,"sku":"9780517412336-FR-000140001","price":8.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0741\/9002\/8951\/files\/5429483482372.jpg?v=1785633604","url":"https:\/\/thriftreads.co.nz\/products\/great-ages-of-man-ancient-egypt-time-life-series","provider":"Thrift Reads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}