The Modern Neighbors of Tutankhamun: History, Life, and Work in the Villages of the Theban West Bank - Couverture rigide

Spek, Kees Van Den; Spek, Kees Van Der

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 9774164032 ISBN 13 : 9789774164033

Editeur : The American University in Cairo Press, 2011

Synopsis

Until their recent demolition, the colorful mud-brick hamlets of al-Qurna village, situated among the Noble Tombs of the Theban Necropolis on the Luxor West Bank, were home to a vibrant community.
Inhabiting a place of intensive Egyptological research for over two centuries, it was inevitable that Qurnawis should become part of the history of Egyptology and the development of archaeological practice in the Theban Necropolis. But they have mostly been regarded as laborers for the excavation teams or dealers in the illicit antiquities trade. The modern people inhabiting the ancient burial grounds have themselves rarely been considered.
By demonstrating the multiplicity of economic activities that are carried out in al-Qurna, this study counters the villagers' stereotypical representation as tomb robbers, and restores an understanding of who they are as people living their lives in the shadow of valued cultural heritage.

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À propos de l'auteur

KEES VAN DER SPEK is an independent scholar who lives and works in Canberra, Australia.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: The American University in Cairo Press
• Date d'édition: 2011
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 9774164032
• ISBN 13: 9789774164033
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 320
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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