Geographically, Egypt is clearly on the African continent, yet Ancient Egypt is routinely regarded as a non-African cultural form. The significance of Ancient Egypt for the rest of Africa is a hotly debated issue with complex ramifications. This book considers how Ancient Egypt was dislocated from Africa, drawing on a wide range of sources. It examines key issues such as the evidence for actual contacts between Egypt and other early African cultures, and how influential, or not, Egypt was on them. Some scholars argue that to its north Egypt's influence on Mediterranean civilization was downplayed by western scholarship. Further a field, on the African continent perceptions of Ancient Egypt were colored by biblical sources, emphasizing the persecution of the Israelites. An extensive selection of fresh insights are provided, several focusing on cultural interactions between Egypt and Nubia from 1000 BCE to 500 CE, developing a nuanced picture of these interactions and describing the limitations of an 'Egyptological' approach to them.

Geographically, Egypt is clearly on the African continent, yet Ancient Egypt is routinely regarded as a non-African cultural form. The significance of Ancient Egypt for the rest of Africa is a hotly debated issue with complex ramifications. This book considers how Ancient Egypt was dislocated from Africa, drawing on a wide range of sources. It examines key issues such as the evidence for actual contacts between Egypt and other early African cultures, and how influential, or not, Egypt was on them. Some scholars argue that to its north Egypt's influence on Mediterranean civilization was downplayed by western scholarship. Further a field, on the African continent perceptions of Ancient Egypt were colored by biblical sources, emphasizing the persecution of the Israelites. An extensive selection of fresh insights are provided, several focusing on cultural interactions between Egypt and Nubia from 1000 BCE to 500 CE, developing a nuanced picture of these interactions and describing the limitations of an 'Egyptological' approach to them.

The book of 1 Samuel is a blockbuster. One of the most well-known books of the Old Testaments, its gripping narrative is dominated by big characters. Andrew Reid helps preachers get a handle on the vital part it plays in the unfolding story of the Bible.

ATTACK IS THE ONLY DEFENCE. 'Top drawer...should give Lee Child and Simon Kernick a few sleepless nights.' JAMES OSWALD 'Razor-sharp action from start to finish.' JAMES SWALLOW A troubled genius who vanishes in a mysterious car crash. A disillusioned cop sensing conspiracy in the corridors of power. A ruthless team of mercenaries operating in the shadows. A billion-dollar business that wants the world in its grip. One link connects them all. A champion fighter. Betrayed and searching for the truth. CAMERON KING IS THE HUNTER. An action-packed thriller with the gripping twists of Terry Hayes' I AM PILGRIM and Gregg Hurwitz's ORPHAN X - and a lead as deadly as JACK REACHER. Perfect for fans of Mark Dawson, David Baldacci, Stephen Leather, Tom Wood and Rob Sinclair. 'An exhilarating, action-packed, gripping tale...a real page turner that thrills and entertains from start to finish.' ADAM HAMDY WHY READERS ARE RAVING ABOUT THIS PAGE-TURNING THRILLER: 'I loved The Hunter and read it in one sitting...fast paced action tempered with intelligent plotting'LizLovesBooks 'I am a massive fan of Jack Reacher and James Ryker so if you like those you are going to love this. It is fast paced and action packed' *****Goodreads reviewer 'Big and bold conspiracy thriller...highly recommended' *****Goodreads reviewer 'Had to complete this in 24 hours' *****Goodreads reviewer 'A terrific page turner of a thriller...the ending is knock-out brilliant! Wonderfully cinematic, "The Hunter" would make a cracking film or TV series'. *****Goodreads reviewer 'I rather hope someone will pick this up to turn it into a movie...it deserves it' *****Goodreads reviewer

Spicy Green Ginger is a collection of short, punchy, and deliciously misanthropic short stories by Andrew Reid Wildman. The author is a native of Beverley, and the stories are set in the East Riding. The stories invariably contain a wicked twist and are evocative of the East Riding, Hull, and Beverley, spanning the centuries and decades.

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