Until recently little was known about ancient Nubia and day-to-day lives of the Nubian people aside from knowing it was a civilization contemporary with, distinct from, and living under the shadow of Ancient Egypt. Nubia existed from about 3500-300 BCE, close to 3,000 years. Thanks to recent massive archeological surveys, we now have a much clearer picture of Nubian civilization, what they ate, how they dressed, how they cared for their dead, their military triumphs and defeats, where their cities were built, and what they looked like. Of course they underwent dramatic changes over time, and these are noted where appropriate. Though often confused with the Ethiopians of Greek lore, little doubt remains that Nubians were in fact black African peoples, and their civilization has been claimed by many as proof of a sophisticated and ancient black African society.
For ease of use by students, the work is organized chronologically. Each chapter is divided into convenient subheads that detail military and warfare, government, language, relations with neighboring civilizations; work and the economy, engineering and architecture, housing, transportation, family life, life cycle events, women's roles, art, music and dance, literature, science, and religion. It includes a historical timeline of Nubian history, a glossary of Nubian terms, and a bibliography for further reading. Throughout the work, Bianchi, an expert on the Nubians, shows how the modern world has little by little come to discover and recognize the distinctiveness and importance of Nubia in ancient history. This work will replace all earlier resources on Nubian life and will provide school and public librarians with the most up-to-date and historically correct information on the Nubians.

Daily Life of the Nubians (The Greenwood Press Daily Life Through History Series)

History

Bianchi, Robert Steven

Africa

Greenwood

Ancient Egyptian Art in the Brooklyn Museum

Arts & Photography

Romano, James F.

Frazzini, Richard

Spanel, Donald B.

History & Criticism

Thames&Hudson

Who is Osiris? Which god was invoked by common folk to bring good luck? Who is the patron of childbirth? Such questions are answered in this updated and comprehensive dictionary of Egyptian mythology. This fascinating volume has alphabetically arranged entries on all the major gods, goddesses, myths, and themes of Egyptian mythology. In addition, there are entries on such topics as amulets, mummies, and pyramids; a chronology of Egyptian dynasties; a detailed introduction; and a complete annotated bibliography. Fifty pen-and-ink drawings by the author capture the spirit of ancient Egyptian art. In reworking this edition, Bianchi has attempted to retain Anthony Mercatante's sensitive approach to the religion of ancient Egypt, but has modified his treatment to bring it into conformity with more recent academic opinion. In addition, the annotated bibliography has been completely revised to eliminate outdated works and incorporate recent scholarship. The result should be useful to student and amateur alike.

Who's Who in Egyptian Mythology

Mercatante, Anthony S.

Reference

Scarecrow Press

Book by Allen, James P., Arnold, Dorothea, Bell, Lanny, Bianchi, Robert Steven, Brovarski, Edward, Fazzini, Richard A., Kendall, Timothy, Lacovara, Peter, O'Connor, David, Weeks, Kent R.

The American Discovery of Ancient Egypt: Essays

Allen, James P.

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

Weeks, Kent R.

Lacovara, Peter

Arnold, Dorothea

Fazzini, Richard A.

O’Connor, David

Kendall, Timothy

American Research Center in Egypt

Bell, Lanny

Brovarski, Edward

Ancient Civilizations

Los Angeles County Museum

The most lavishly decorated tomb ever created in ancient Egypt was constructed for Queen Nefertari, wife of Rameses the Great. The Getty Conservation Institute has been instrumental in the effort to restore the tomb's magnificent wall paintings, and in the fall of 1992, to mark the completion of this work, an exhibition will be held at the Getty Museum. As a complement to the exhibition, which will include a model of the tomb and full-scale reproductions of the wall paintings, this publication includes a description of the conservation work carried out at the site, with photographs taken before and after restoration, as well as discussions of significant artifacts from the tomb. The text also outlines the life of Nefertari and places the tomb in the context of Egyptian art history.

In the Tomb of Nefertari: Conservation of the Wall Paintings

McDonald, John K.

Collections, Catalogs & Exhibitions

Oxford University Press

An accomplished archaeologist presents the rich history and culture of the black African people who were at times ruled by Egypt and at other times occupied the Egyptian throne.

The Nubians: People of the Ancient Nile (Beyond Museum Walls)

Children's Books

Millbrook Pr

92 pages with photo illustrations; 8.5 x 11.5 inch Trade Paperback Edition.

Splendors of Meiji: Treasures of Imperial Japan, masterpieces from theKhalili Collection. the curriculum guide for educators and docents

Broughton International Publications

This exhibition catalogue is a physically beautiful book written with Dr. Bianchi's customary elegance and scholarship. The photography is quite wonderful and this is important as the artifacts described are not, for the most part, available elsewhere. Many unusual Late Period artifacts are described and discussed in welcome detail. Dr. Bianchi`s engaging style invites deliberation, discussion and sometimes disagreement. It`s a wonderful opportunity to seriously consider some new pieces and overlooked genres. This book will add to your knowledge and understanding of Egyptian Art.

Ancient Egypt: Art & Magic: Treasures from the Fondation Gandur pour L'Art

Museum of Fine Arts

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