Description
MAN Notebooks No. 3. Egypt, Nubia and the Ancient Near East
Book Summary
This essential guide offers a detailed tour through the renovated galleries of the National Archaeological Museum dedicated to the civilizations of Egypt, Nubia, and the Ancient Near East. The reader will find a general overview of the exhibited contents, accompanied by the fundamental chronological keys to understanding the history of these ancient cultures. An essential tool for contextualizing and enriching a visit to the museum, as well as for deepening one's knowledge of the archaeology of the Eastern Mediterranean and the Nile Valley.
What is it about?
The volume is structured as a guide to the MAN collections, providing a panoramic view of the pieces and historical periods represented. It addresses the division of Egyptian history into dynasties, following the work of the priest Manetho, and relies on the chronology of Hornung and Kraus to offer a precise temporal sequence. Likewise, it explains how the understanding of the history of Nubia has been built thanks to international archaeological excavations, with references to the chronology of Reinold. The text connects these temporal frameworks with the exhibited objects, allowing the reader to place each piece in its historical and cultural context.
Main Topics
- History and chronology of Ancient Egypt, from the Predynastic period to the Ptolemaic era.
- Archaeology and civilization of Nubia, including the kingdoms of Kush and Meroe.
- Cultures of the Ancient Near East, such as Mesopotamia, Anatolia, and the Levant.
- Dating methodology and historical periodization applied to museum collections.
- Interpretation of the National Archaeological Museum's holdings in its new installation.
Who is it recommended for?
This guide is aimed at visitors to the National Archaeological Museum who wish for a deeper understanding of the Egypt, Nubia, and Ancient Near East galleries. It is also very useful for students of archaeology, ancient history, and fine arts, as well as for enthusiasts of ancient world civilizations looking for clear and concise reference material.
What this book provides
- A structured and updated view of the MAN collections, facilitating a self-guided tour.
- Precise chronological keys based on recognized academic sources (Hornung, Kraus, Reinold).
- Contextualization of archaeological pieces within the historical frameworks of Egypt, Nubia, and the Near East.
- A quick reference resource for understanding the periodization of these ancient civilizations.
Technical Specifications
- Author: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d
- Publisher: Ministry of Education, Culture and Sport. Area d
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Archaeology, Archaeology of the Near and Middle East
- Collection: Literature
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication Date: April 2018
- Number of pages: 48
- Weight: 180 g
Editorial Assessment
This is high-quality educational material, produced by the museum institution itself, which ensures the rigor of the contents. Its brief and manageable format makes it an ideal companion for a visit, providing added value by offering the chronological keys necessary to correctly interpret the collections. It is a reference publication for those who wish to go beyond the mere observation of the pieces and understand the historical context that supports them.