Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization

Catalog description

Same as ANTHRO 1034 . This course will survey ancient Egyptian history and culture from predynastic times to Greco-Roman rule, roughly 3000 BCE to 30 BCE. Students will discuss archaeological sites, mummification, religion, architecture, texts, and more. Through comparing ancient Egyptian culture with our own, students will explore what has changed in the world and what has endured for millennia. This course counts toward the Global Perspectives graduation requirement.