2nd Edition

Experiments in Egyptian Archaeology Stoneworking Technology in Ancient Egypt

By Denys A. Stocks Copyright 2023
312 Pages 212 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

312 Pages 212 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

312 Pages 212 B/W Illustrations
by Routledge

In this new edition of Experiments in Egyptian Archaeology , Denys A. Stocks introduces further experimental research on stoneworking in Ancient Egypt through archaeological and pictorial evidence. A further 20 years of research has been added to the original publication and the book now includes the results of experiments that test and evaluate over 250 reconstructed and replica tools,... Read more

Introduction  Part 1 Skills and Tools: Fledgling Industrialists  1 Craftworking: Industry’s Driving Force  2 The Cutting Edge  3 A Flint for all Seasons  Part 2 High Priests of Industry: The State’s Influence on Technology  4 The Abrasive Technologists  5 Making Stone Vessels  6 The Development of Stone Sarcophagus Manufacture  7 Master Masonry Fitters  Part 3 Industrial Revolution in Ancient Egypt  8 Theban Mass-Production Tools  9 By-Products from a Bygone Age  10 Predynastic Transitions and Convergence  11 Ancient Technical Interrelationships

Biography

Denys A. Stocks is an experimental archaeologist who uses his training in mechanical engineering, together with his experience in teaching high school design and technology, to interpret Ancient Egypt’s technical capability. His research interests include the technological similarities between Egypt, Mesopotamia, Minoan Crete and the Indus Valley.