From Microcosm to Macrocosm: Individual households and cities in Ancient Egypt and Nubia

The book "From Microcosm to Macrocosm: Individual Households and Cities in Ancient Egypt and Nubia" explores settlement archaeology in Egypt and Nubia, combining research questions on the micro-level with the macro-level to provide new information about cities and households. It emphasizes the rich potential of well-preserved but not completely explored sites in modern Sudan and showcases the new bottom-up approach applied by current fieldwork projects. The volume is intended for all specialists at settlements sites in Northeast Africa, students of Egyptology and Nubian Studies, and anyone working in the field of settlement archaeology.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 360 pages
\n Publication date: 05 September 2018
\n Publisher: Sidestone Press
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From Microcosm to Macrocosm: Individual Households and Cities in Ancient Egypt and Nubia

In this captivating exploration, scholars delve into the intricate tapestry of ancient civilizations, shedding light on the lives of individual households and cities in Egypt and Nubia. Through a micro-approach, they introduce microhistories of individual sites, incorporating interdisciplinary methods and regional developments in Northeast Africa. This fusion of research questions on the micro-level with the macro-level unveils fresh insights into the cities and households of these ancient societies.

Architectural studies, alongside meticulous analyses of material culture, and the innovative application of microarchaeology, particularly micromorphology and archaeometric applications, serve as captivating case studies from sites primarily dating to the New Kingdom (Second Millennium BC). The book highlights the rich potential of well-preserved but yet-to-be-fully explored sites in modern Sudan, particularly in serving as direct comparisons for already excavated sites in Egypt.

Settlement archaeology in Egypt and Nubia has undergone a transformative shift, moving away from broad textual approaches and generalised studies toward a more site-specific and household-focused approach. This novel bottom-up approach is exemplified in the book through the presentation of current fieldwork projects. The volume is designed to appeal to a wide range of specialists engaged in settlement sites in Northeast Africa, including students of Egyptology and Nubian Studies, as well as anyone with an interest in settlement archaeology.

This remarkable work emerged as the culmination of a conference held in 2017, marking the closing event of the European Research Council-funded project AcrossBorders, which took place in Munich. The collective expertise and insights of the conference participants have culminated in this comprehensive volume, providing a valuable contribution to our understanding of ancient civilizations and their enduring legacies.

\n Weight: 732g\n
Dimension: 279 x 209 x 13 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9789088905988\n \n