The History of Ancient Egypt
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Bob Brier
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Ancient Egyptian civilization is so grand our minds sometimes have difficulty adjusting to it. It lasted 3,000 years, longer than any other on the planet. Its Great Pyramid of Cheops was the tallest building in the world until well into the 19th century and remains the only Ancient Wonder still standing. And it was the most technologically advanced of the ancient civilizations, with the medical knowledge that made Egyptian physicians the most famous in the world.
Yet even after deciphering its hieroglyphs, and marveling at its scarabs, mummies, obelisks, and sphinxes, Egyptian civilization remains one of history's most mysterious, as "other" as it is extraordinary. This chronological survey presents the complete history of ancient Egypt's three great Kingdoms: the Old Kingdom, when the pyramids were built and Egypt became a nation under the supreme rule of the pharaoh and the rules of Egyptian art were established; the Middle Kingdom, when Egypt was a nation fighting to restore its greatness; and the New Kingdom, when all the names we know today-Hatshepsut, Tutankhamen, Ramses the Great, Cleopatra, and others-first appeared. Professor Brier's 48 lectures glisten with the kind of vivid anecdotes and human glimpses that make this ancient world breathe again.
"The fun of history is in the details," he notes. "Knowing that Ramses the Great was crippled by arthritis for the last decade of his long life makes us more sympathetic to the boastful monarch who fathered more than 100 children. If we understand what it was like to be a miner sent to the turquoise mines in the Sinai mountains in the summer, we will feel a kinship with our long-dead counterparts."
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- Roxana
- 03-07-16
super nice the way of teaching
was a really nice series. I enjoyed the way the professor chose to follow a chronological line but also making little trips with details about the Egyptians' life. if you like history and pyramids you'll love it
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- Dee’s Colourful World
- 17-04-16
One word: Fantastic!
Where does The History of Ancient Egypt rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?
this is the first of the great courses series that i listened to and i very happy i started with this lecture.
I never knew much about Egyptian history but thought I'd give it a go. it gives a very thorough overview about thousands of years of history in an easy to follow manner.
Who was your favorite character and why?
Cleopatra - she is as Egyptian as they come and her life would probably made a premium modern day soap opera :)
What about Professor Bob Brier’s performance did you like?
his enthusiasm. he really knows what he talks about and has a very understandable approach in his lectures.
i listened to the entire lecture in about two - three weeks
Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?
that would probably be impossible, seeing that there are 48 lectures, but i listened every day to it, so i guess i did it in as close to one sitting as possible
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- Garry Brooks
- 25-04-19
Very interesting.
intriguing, enlightening and an eye-opener. That extra special bit more than your average learning. Amazing.
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- Nik Jewell
- 11-09-17
A Masterclass
An exceptionally good course.
Prof Brier is a brilliant lecturer (speaking as a former lecturer myself). He conveys interest and genuine enthusiasm for his subject and his deep knowledge and expertise are readily apparent.
A great historical survey interspersed with forays into side themes including a very interesting series on mummies on which he is a acknowledged expert as somebody who has created one himself.
By far the best of The Great Courses I have listened to thus far.
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- Zz
- 02-08-19
Fascinating from start to finish
Bob Brier delivers his lectures with so much enthusiasm that he carries you along the highs & lows of this incredible civilisation. I’m an avid fan of all things Egyptian & I have learned so much more from this audiobook. It’s long to be sure but Professor Brier is very engaging & likeable, he’s so knowledgeable that he can ad-lib lots of facts, stories & references. I don’t agree with all his hypotheses on the many missing pieces of the puzzle but I have huge admiration & respect for Brier & I will certainly listen to the whole audiobook again.
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- eljay001
- 26-08-20
Really engaging
Great speaker and his passion keeps you really engaged all the way through. I learned so much.
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- J.C Lynch
- 21-08-18
What a fantasic experience
I loved this course. Dr. Bob Brier is a master storyteller. You will not regret this.
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- James H.
- 12-11-20
Interesting and engaging
I thoroughly enjoyed this series of lectures. Bob does a great job of engaging the listener. I particularly appreciated the fact that you could listen to 30-minute instalments. Would highly recommend!
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- Amazon Customer
- 24-07-22
quite a story impressive
what a story told by a New Yorker....who repeats the final half of most sentences
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- Halais
- 26-07-22
A seriously great book on Egypt
This is my second time listening to this audiobook, 10 years apart I think. I continue to learn more. easy to listen, he is clearly knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the subject.
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