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Views of Ancient Egypt Since Napoleon

Jeffreys, D

The history and culture of ancient Egypt has had an enduring influence on most major societies up to, and including, the present day. This collection of twelve essays presents case studies and discussion of the use of Egypt and Egyptian culture as a source of knowledge, information and treasures from the exploration of Napoleain Bonaparte between 1798 and 1801 and the present day. Issues of imperialism, colonialism and modern appropriation bespatter discussions of antiquarianism, the exploitation of `Egyptian' in political rivalries and ambitions, Egypt's role as an icon denoting prestige and cultural status, and the development of Egyptology as a serious, principled field of research. 223p, b/w figs (Encounters with Ancient Egypt, UCL 2003)

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