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About the Course

Colossal pyramids, imposing temples, golden treasures, enigmatic hieroglyphs, powerful pharaohs, strange gods, and mysterious mummies are
features of Ancient Egyptian culture that have fascinated people over the millennia. The Bible refers to its gods, rulers, and pyramids.
Neighboring cultures in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean wrote about its god-like kings and its seemingly endless supply of gold. The
Greeks and Romans describe aspects of Egypt's culture and history. As the 19th century began, the Napoleonic campaign in Egypt highlighted
the wonders of this ancient land, and public interest soared. Not long after, Champollion deciphered Egypt's hieroglyphs and ...
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Top reviews

VE

Jul 10, 2020

This was an incredibly detailed course that provided an in-depth and interesting view of ancient Egypt. I would highly recommend this as an essential course for those interested in Egypt's history.

NP

Feb 18, 2024

I really enjoyed this course and really appreciate the effort of Dr. Silverman and the team to be able to allow us a comprehensive glimpse into this fascinating ancient civilization. Thank you!!!

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By k b

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Jun 3, 2023

informative, well presented,learned a lot as I was not aware of the history.

By Lora H

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Apr 3, 2020

Learned something new about Egypt and that's good enough for 5 stars for me.

By Ben Z

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Dec 1, 2022

Literally Better than my UCLA class that I spend five hour for ten weeks :(

By Sam R

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Apr 18, 2020

a wonderful class, lad by an inspiring and captivating teacher and scholar.

By Thùy P

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May 21, 2019

I can learn more exciting knowledge about Ancient Egypt. I Love this course

By A.Respress

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Dec 20, 2021

Great introductory-subsequent course on the civilization of Ancient-Egypt!

By Guilherme I D

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Jan 10, 2018

A really nice course! I was very happy to learn more about ancient egypt.

By Alicia L C

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Apr 12, 2020

Fantastic! I have learnt a lot thanks of this course in an ejoyable way

By Johane M

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May 22, 2020

Very interesting and plenty of infos I didn't have from other classes.

By Michelle D

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Jun 17, 2018

Great course, very informative, I just wish there were more free ones!

By Lisa L

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Mar 20, 2018

very fun and informative course !! thank you for making it available!!

By Irina S

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Oct 13, 2019

Thank you so much, it was a lot of fun! I really loved this course :)

By David A

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Jul 22, 2022

Excellent overview of ancient Egypt from Old Kingdom to New Kingdom!

By Carlos A G P

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Jun 7, 2020

Excelente course, Dr. Silverman explains everything in great detail!

By Abbie M

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May 15, 2020

A wonderful in depth look in the the lives of the Ancient Egyptians.

By Janet B

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Jan 12, 2020

Great course with lots of material and visuals from the Penn Museum.

By Lina K

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Sep 6, 2019

it is very useful and wonderful course , thank you so much courseera

By Sónia M

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Oct 8, 2022

Another amazing course! I learned a lot more about Ancient Egypt.

By Christopher J M

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Jan 28, 2021

Thank you for these two excellent courses that build in enjoyment.

By Susan M

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May 10, 2018

I thoroughly enjoyed this course and would like to learn much more

By William A B

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Sep 23, 2023

I wish I could attend one of Prof. Silverman's courses in person.

By Rebecca B

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Nov 3, 2021

I learned so much from this course. It was absolutely fantastic!

By Hérlon R B

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Jan 30, 2020

Agradável e flexível. Farei outros cursos com certeza. Recomendo.

By Marcela R V

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Mar 5, 2019

A very complete course, I learned new things, excellent teacher.

By kouassi n c

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Nov 10, 2017

très bon cours facile à étudier et à comprendre je le recommande