Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

Uncover the moral and spiritual landscape of Ancient Egypt with Flinders Petrie's insightful study.

Originally published in 1898, Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt by the distinguished British archaeologist Flinders Petrie offers a scholarly examination of the spiritual beliefs, ethical principles, and archaeological findings of one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Through this work, Petrie explores how religion and conscience shaped the lives, governance, and societal values of Ancient Egypt.

Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) was a pioneering archaeologist whose innovative techniques revolutionised the study of Ancient History. Born in Kent, England, he displayed an early passion for archaeology, surveying Roman monuments as a teenager. Throughout his illustrious career, Petrie achieved numerous significant discoveries, including the Merneptah Stele, a cornerstone artifact in the study of Egyptian history. His exceptional contributions to archaeology earned him a knighthood in 1923.

This modern edition of Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt has been republished with a newly commissioned introductory biography, celebrating Petrie's extraordinary legacy.

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Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

Uncover the moral and spiritual landscape of Ancient Egypt with Flinders Petrie's insightful study.

Originally published in 1898, Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt by the distinguished British archaeologist Flinders Petrie offers a scholarly examination of the spiritual beliefs, ethical principles, and archaeological findings of one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Through this work, Petrie explores how religion and conscience shaped the lives, governance, and societal values of Ancient Egypt.

Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) was a pioneering archaeologist whose innovative techniques revolutionised the study of Ancient History. Born in Kent, England, he displayed an early passion for archaeology, surveying Roman monuments as a teenager. Throughout his illustrious career, Petrie achieved numerous significant discoveries, including the Merneptah Stele, a cornerstone artifact in the study of Egyptian history. His exceptional contributions to archaeology earned him a knighthood in 1923.

This modern edition of Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt has been republished with a newly commissioned introductory biography, celebrating Petrie's extraordinary legacy.

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Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

by Flinders Petrie
Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt: Lectures Delivered at University College, London

by Flinders Petrie

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Uncover the moral and spiritual landscape of Ancient Egypt with Flinders Petrie's insightful study.

Originally published in 1898, Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt by the distinguished British archaeologist Flinders Petrie offers a scholarly examination of the spiritual beliefs, ethical principles, and archaeological findings of one of history's most fascinating civilisations. Through this work, Petrie explores how religion and conscience shaped the lives, governance, and societal values of Ancient Egypt.

Flinders Petrie (1853-1942) was a pioneering archaeologist whose innovative techniques revolutionised the study of Ancient History. Born in Kent, England, he displayed an early passion for archaeology, surveying Roman monuments as a teenager. Throughout his illustrious career, Petrie achieved numerous significant discoveries, including the Merneptah Stele, a cornerstone artifact in the study of Egyptian history. His exceptional contributions to archaeology earned him a knighthood in 1923.

This modern edition of Religion and Conscience in Ancient Egypt has been republished with a newly commissioned introductory biography, celebrating Petrie's extraordinary legacy.


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ISBN-13: 9781473301283
Publisher: Holmes Press
Publication date: 08/25/2022
Pages: 182
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.42(d)
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