Environmental Influences on Egyptian Architecture
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A 7 page discussion of the form and function of ancient Egyptian architecture. Discusses the influence of the Egyptian environment, specifically the dry arid climate and the Nile River in shaping the culture and consequently the architecture of Egypt. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: PPegyArc.wps

Nefertiti: Egypt's Sun Queen:
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This 5 page paper provides an overview of the life of Nefertiti, as related in Joyce Tyldesley's book Nefertiti, Egypt's Sun Queen. This paper outlines the basic elements of Tyldesley's views of Nefertiti, and the major themes of this book,including the perspective provided about the always intriguing and often elusive Queen. No additional sources cited.
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Neolithic Agriculture in the Near East and Egypt
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A 9 page overview of farming activities, crop propagation and animal husbandry in the Near East and Egypt. Emphasizes that the traditional idea of a great “Neolithic Revolution” has been proven to not be entirely correct and that the transition from hunter/gatherer to farmer was more gradual and differed substantially according to geographic area and time period. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: PPneoAgr.wps