by Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt · Tapa blanda · ISBN 9782753300095
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«Le fabuleux héritage de l'Égypte» is the historical essay by Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt, published by SW-Télémaque (319 pages, in French).
Starting from the great monuments and the symbolism of the ankh, Desroches-Noblecourt traces the history of ancient Egypt and analyzes the legacy its civilization has left on Western culture. The author connects archaeology, art, and religion to explain how the land of the Nile built an identity that continues to fascinate modern Egyptology.
Originally published in 2004 in Paris; the volume includes bibliographic references.
Recommended for readers interested in Egyptology, ancient history, and the heritage of ancient Egypt.
Christiane Desroches Noblecourt was a French Egyptologist. She was the author of many books on Egyptian art and history and was also known for her role in the International Campaign to Save the Monuments of Nubia from flooding caused by the Aswan Dam.
