Saturday, 18 February 2012 -
Saturday, 18 February 2012
11am - 5pm
Latest Ancient Egypt Events at University of London
A Study Day presented by Joyce Filer BA; Dip. Arch; M.Sc; M.Sc(formerly Curator of Human & Animal Remains, Dept. Ancient Egypt & Sudan, British Museum, London)
University of London, Hughes-Parry Hall (Garden Halls),
19-26 Cartwright Gardens, London, WC1H 9EF
The ancient civilisation of Egypt is quite justly famous for the beautiful hieroglyphic inscriptions on tomb walls and the astonishing amount of papyrus documents discovered. Perhaps, what is less well-known is that these written sources cover an absolutely amazing range of subjects from laundry lists and love poems to last wills and testaments - offering us a fascinating and unique glimpse into the world of the Pharaohs, the Nobility and Working Men and Women.
On this fully illustrated study day you will discover and discuss a selection of topics, including:
- Royal decrees and Politics
- Medicine, Magic and Murderous concerns
- Religion and Moral Guidance
- Stories of Wonder and Adventure
In addition, we shall consider the life of a scribe in ancient Egypt and his equipment. Although we are not learning how to read source materials in this study day, the types of scripts employed in these writings will be described and outlined. Importantly, we shall also consider the impact of ancient Egyptian writings on modern literature, so prepare to be surprised!
A display of various ancient Egyptian writings will test your powers of observation and deduction!
The Study Day is aimed at Adults. Children of secondary age need to request permission from the Organiser. Cost : £40
ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED:
For further information please contact Richard
email: study.egypt@virginmedia.com
A Study Day presented by Joyce Filer BA; Dip. Arch; M.Sc; M.Sc(formerly Curator of Human & Animal Remains, Dept. Ancient Egypt & Sudan, British Museum, London)
University of London, Hughes-Parry Hall (Garden Halls),
19-26 Cartwright Gardens, London, WC1H 9EF
The ancient civilisation of Egypt is quite justly famous for the beautiful hieroglyphic inscriptions on tomb walls and the astonishing amount of papyrus documents discovered. Perhaps, what is less well-known is that these written sources cover an absolutely amazing range of subjects from laundry lists and love poems to last wills and testaments - offering us a fascinating and unique glimpse into the world of the Pharaohs, the Nobility and Working Men and Women.
On this fully illustrated study day you will discover and discuss a selection of topics, including:
- Royal decrees and Politics
- Medicine, Magic and Murderous concerns
- Religion and Moral Guidance
- Stories of Wonder and Adventure
In addition, we shall consider the life of a scribe in ancient Egypt and his equipment. Although we are not learning how to read source materials in this study day, the types of scripts employed in these writings will be described and outlined. Importantly, we shall also consider the impact of ancient Egyptian writings on modern literature, so prepare to be surprised!
A display of various ancient Egyptian writings will test your powers of observation and deduction!
The Study Day is aimed at Adults. Children of secondary age need to request permission from the Organiser. Cost : £40
ADVANCE BOOKING REQUIRED:
For further information please contact Richard
email: study.egypt@virginmedia.com