Living in Ancient Egypt primarily focuses on an ""ideal"" period set some time in the later Pharaonic Era. This book examines all the aspects of daily life across all strata of Egyptian society, from the priestly caste to the lowliest peasant farmer and the slaves, from food to religious beliefs. Coverage includes the Egyptian farming cycle, the pharaoh's role, marriage and divorce, education and trade, and entertainment and games in Egyptian society. This reference is a useful tool for students wanting to learn more about living in ancient Egypt. Chapters include: Nile, Giver of Life; Egyptian Society and Government; and A Land Ruled by Gods.

 

This book is part of a book series called Living in the Ancient World .

This book is aimed at children in secondary school.

There are 96 pages in this book. This book was published 2009 by Facts On File Inc .

Peter Harrison has written children's books on a range of historical subjects, from artists to inventions. Norman Bancroft Hunt has written about various ancient cultures, including several best-selling books about Native Americans.