The Mind of Egypt: History and Meaning in the Time of the Pharaohs (2002)
Assmann, Jan (Author)
Metropolitan Books
Edition Details: Translated by Andrew Jenkins
Physical Details: xi + 513 pp., illus., map
Language: English
Description “Presents an unprecedented account of the mainsprings of Egyptian civilization---the ideals, values, mentalities, belief systems, and aspirations that shaped the first territorial state in human history.” (from publisher's webpage)
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