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The evolution of early Egyptian civilization: issues and evidence
Journal of world prehistory • 5 (3) • Published In 1991 • Pages: 279-329
By: Wenke, Robert J..
Abstract
Wenke continues his discussion of the evolution of the Egyptian state [see eHRAF document no. 13]. This document covers Egypt from the Predynastic through the Old Kingdom. Only the data that pertain to the Predynastic period of Upper Egypt were indexed for OCM (Outline of Cultural Materials) subjects. Wenke focuses on '…specific transformations what were central to Egypt's emergence as a complex society, particularly the cultural integration of Upper and Lower Egypt…' (page 280) from 6000 B.P.- 4000 B.P. There is slightly more emphasis on the Delta as that is Wenke's particular interest. In this paper he discusses the problems with current chronologies and covers ecology, early agriculture and domestic animals, physical anthropology, settlement patterns, territorial hierarchy, possible unification processes, and outside contacts.
- HRAF PubDate
- 2005
- Region
- Africa
- Sub Region
- Northern Africa
- Document Type
- article
- Evaluation
- Creator Type
- Archaeologist
- Document Rating
- 4: Excellent Secondary Data
- 5: Excellent Primary Data
- Analyst
- Sarah Berry ; 2004
- Field Date
- no date given
- Coverage Date
- 7000 BP-5000 BP (5000 B.C.-3000 B.C.)
- Coverage Place
- Egypt
- Notes
- Robert J. Wenke
- Includes bibliographical references (p. 319-329)
- LCCN
- 87655790
- LCSH
- Neolithic period--Egypt/Egypt--Antiquities