CGGS Library: History: Ancient Egypt

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Books from our collection

Here are some of the books and ebooks in the Library collection on Ancient Egypt topics. Find more by searching the catalogue (link below). On the shelves the books are mainly at 932.

Library catalogue (Oliver)
Use the Library catalogue to search for books and other resources. Find out more on the Read page.

Print books

Ancient Egypt by Barry J. Kemp
Call Number: 932 KEM
ISBN: 9781444186208
Publication Date: 2016
For three thousand years a dominant force, Ancient Egypt is arguably the most successful and longest lasting human civilization yet. In this pacy guide, world renowned Egyptologist, Professor Barry Kemp, seeks to explain why Ancient Egypt was able to thrive with such stability for such a long time. The answers may be surprising.
A History of Egypt, from the Earliest Times to the Persian Conquest by James Henry Breasted
Call Number: 932 BRE
ISBN: 9781313386388
Publication Date: 2013
The Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt: the History and Legacy of the Beginning of Egyptian Civilization by Charles River Charles River Editors
Call Number: 932 OLD
ISBN: 9781542427654
Publication Date: 2017
The Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt: The History and Legacy of the Beginning of Egyptian Civilization chronicles the tumultuous history that ushered in the beginning of Ancient Egyptian civilization. Along with pictures depicting important people, places, and events, you will learn about the Old Kingdom like never before.
The rise and fall of ancient Egypt : the history of a civilisation from 3000 BC to Cleopatra by Toby Wilkinson
Call Number: 932 WIL
ISBN: 9781408810026
Publication Date: 2010
Combining grand narrative sweep with detailed knowledge of hieroglyphs and the iconography of power, Toby Wilkinson reveals Ancient Egypt in all its complexity.

eBooks

Encyclopedia of ancient Egypt by [by] Margaret R. Bunson ; [maps by Dale Williams and Patricia Meschino].
ISBN: 9781438138596
Publication Date: 2012
Empire of Ancient Egypt by Wendy Christensen
ISBN: 9781438126586
Publication Date: 2009

Important information

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Effective Citing and Referencing
For IB students

Online Reference Generator for APA style
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Databases

These links take you to databases we subscribe to. Some may need a login and password. These can be found on our Canvas page.

Ancient and Medieval History This link opens in a new window
Ancient and Medieval History covers world history from prehistory through the mid-1500s, with special Topic Centres on key eras, civilizations, and regions, including the ancient Near East, Egypt, Greece, and Rome; ancient and medieval Africa, Asia, and the Americas; and medieval Europe and the Islamic World. Information format includes videos and slideshows, primary sources, maps and graphs and timelines. It also provides suggested readings, and suggested search terms.
Infobase eBooks This link opens in a new window
A collection of non-fiction e-books that cover all topic areas. These resources range from encyclopaedias to subject and topic specific information. Access these books directly on your devise by exploring via topic area or using the search bar with key words.
Gale eBooks This link opens in a new window
A broad collection of non-fiction titles, supporting all subject areas. These non-fiction titles have varied reading levels and are useful for students from Years 7 to 12.
Gale in Context: High School This link opens in a new window
Information resources for assignments, projects, and presentations across all subject areas. An excellent resource to start your search for information for Years 7-12.
Gale in Context: World History This link opens in a new window
From the Ancient World to today's headlines, World History provides primary sources, reliable reference, and multi-media content. This database is useful when looking for a historical understanding of a topic and in History subjects.
Directory of Open Access Journals This link opens in a new window
DOAJ is a community-curated online directory that indexes and provides access to high quality, open access, peer-reviewed journals.

Libraries ACT Research sources
The ACT Library Service provides a wide range of online databases. Use your ACT Library membership to search via their website.
National Library eResources Use your National Library membership number to logon or ask CGGS Library staff for help. Use the single search option to search all of the databases or select a single database, such as JSTOR.
Trove (National Library)
Provided by the National Library, Trove is an excellent source of information for the Australian perspective. It has many types of information including an archive of photos and Australian newspapers that you can access online.

Websites

Ancient Egypt - by the Australian Museum
The Ancient Egypt site
One of the leading Egyptological resources on the net. An interactive book about the history, language, monuments and culture of Ancient Egypt.
Best of History Websites: Ancient/Biblical History » Egypt
Eqyptians - BBC History
British Museum
ABC Splash - Egypt Resources
Suits junior students.
Ancient History Sourcebook: Egypt
Ancient Eqypt - resources from Infobase
Includes readings, videos, maps, primary sources.
Smithsonian Institution - Ancient Egyptian Collection
Egypt in the New Kingdom
New Kingdom: Egyptian History / Encyclopedia Brittanica
Egyptian Antiquities - Louvre Museum
The MET Museum
How to Curate an Art Show
This article gives tips for curating. it does focus on art but the principles are the same. Point 1, 3, 5 and 6 are particularly useful.

Old Kingdom

Old Kingdom (2700-2200BC) and First Intermediate Period (2181-2055 BC)
Provided by Colorado State University.
Ancient and Medieval History Database results list for Old Kingdom Egypt
The Queens of the Old Kingdom and Their Tombs - Peter Janosi
Article from a bulletin.
Kings and Queens of Egypt - The MET
Consider also looking at the information in the menu on the right hand side of the article.
Djoser - Britannica
An introduction to Djoser, king of Egypt.
Seneferu - Saint Louis University
Khufu - BBC History
Uncovering Secrets of the Sphinx - Smithsonian Mag
Pyramids at Giza - National Geographic
Menkaure and His Queen
Dr Christopher L. C. E. Witcombe - art historian
King Menkaura (Mycerinus) and queen - Museum of Fine Arts Boston
Egypt in the Old Kingdom (ca. 2649–2130 B.C.) - The MET
Egyptian Art in the Old Kingdom - The MET
Archaeology - MET Show Explores Origins of Egyptian Art

Audiovisual material

There are many videos about ancient Egypt available in our ClickView Library, so be sure to search using your own keywords as well as checking out the History folder and the playlists below.

How to use ClickView

ClickView Folder: History
Click here to browse the History folder of our ClickView Library, where you will find many useful videos. You will need to log in using your school ID and password.

ClickView Playlist: Ancient Egypt Old Kingdom (Tertiary Students)
Click here for a playlist of videos about the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. You will need to log in using your school ID and password.
ClickView Playlist: Ancient Egypt Old Kingdom (Accredited Students)
Click here for a playlist of videos about the Old Kingdom of Ancient Egypt, with a focus on pyramids. You will need to log in using your school ID and password.

ClickView Playlist: Ancient Egypt New Kingdom (Hatshepsut)
Click here for a playlist of videos about Hatshepsut and the New Kingdom of Ancient Egypt. You will need to log in using your school ID and password.

History Today and Christian History - back issues

We subscribe to the hard copy of these wonderful journals. Check the Oliver catalogue to find the issue you want.

Search History Today's own website for references to articles. When you log into History Today using the login details on our Canvas page you can access the full article straight away.