Peeps at Many Lands: Ancient Egypt by James Baikie

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Author Baikie, James, 1866-1931
Illustrator Baikie, Constance N.
Title Peeps at Many Lands: Ancient Egypt
Note Reading ease score: 68.6 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Peeps at Many Lands: Ancient Egypt" by James Baikie is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This informative text examines the rich history and daily life of ancient Egypt, emphasizing its significant cultural and architectural achievements. Through vivid descriptions, the author aims to transport readers to a time when Egypt was a cradle of civilization, linking its past to recognizable biblical figures and events. The opening of the book introduces the reader to the significance of Egypt, often described as a land of paradoxical beauty and grandeur intertwined with a complex history. The narrative discusses Egypt's geography, spotlighting the life-giving Nile River, which transformed a desert landscape into a fertile oasis and cultivated a civilized society. It contextualizes ancient Egypt's legacy, setting the stage for stories of its great kings, the construction of pyramids, and the fascinating lives of its people. As the reader is drawn into the illustrious past of ancient Egypt, they are invited to explore how daily life, from the common folk to nobility, was intricately linked to the river's seasonal floods and the cultural practices that characterized this extraordinary civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Egypt -- History, Ancient
Subject Egypt -- Social life and customs
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EBook-No. 22799
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 3, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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