A groundbreaking account of how the ancient Egyptians perceived children and childhood, from the Predynastic period to the end of the New Kingdom There could be

In this volume, experts from around the world investigate childhood in the past, showing why it is important to understand childhood, why different cultures con

Offers a fascinating look at the daily life of children growing up many years ago in ancient Egypt and how it compares to life today.

This study of childhood in the Pharaonic Period deals with such aspects as childbirth, toys, games, circumcision and education. The passage of time is continued

This collection employs a multi-disciplinary approach treating ancient childhood in a holistic manner according to diachronic, regional and thematic perspective