Long before the glory of Rome and the marvels of today’s modern day skyscrapers, one of the world’s most amazing civilizations flourished in Egypt. Like most great civilizations, ancient Egypt’s grandeur can be attributed to a mix of natural bounty and human ingenuity. The rich waters of the Nile provided the resources and pathways to build dynamic trade routes, while Egypt’s architects dedicated themselves to harnessing the power of the Nile to engineer the stunning structures which have achieved world renown. Over the course of generations and centuries, these architects built dams, pyramids, temples, fortresses, and tombs that have become models of engineering innovation. Students will learn how ideas travel from being virtually inconceivable to becoming reality through dedication, careful thinking, and daring experimentation. Egypt: Engineering an Empire delves into the techniques and tools architects masterminded to create the structures and landscapes that continue to fascinate us today. The story opens in 3032 B.C. as the Nile’s flooding tests the dams of the city of Memphis, and follows through the enthralling development of Egyptian cities over the course of centuries. Powerful Egyptian pharaohs and pedigreed queens enlisted their architects and thousands of laborers to pour their sweat and talents into enacting their visions. With commentary from historians and colorful maps, this two-hour documentary offers a fresh perspective on this amazing culture of long ago and the influence of its inventions in today’s cities and cultures. Further Reading: Clayton, P. (2006) Chronicle of the Pharaohs Tyldesley, J. (2006) Chronicle of the Queens of Egypt Shaw, I. (2004) The Oxford History of Ancient Egypt Mieroop, M. (2010) A History of Ancient Egypt The Teaching Company: (thegreatcourses/) Origins of Great Ancient Civilizations - Professor Kenneth W. Harl Ph.D. - Tulane University History of Ancient Egypt - Professor Bob Brier Ph.D. - Long Island University Great Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt - Professor Bob Brier Ph.D. - Long Island University
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