Recs if you like The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt...

Alexa, play Cleopatra by Weezer.

A collection of texts inspired by my childhood (and adult -- let's be honest) hyperfixation. Subjects cover the history of and our obsession with ancient Egypt.

Recommendations welcome. Except for anything by Zahi Hawass; he can suck eggs.

This list is for non-fiction books about ancient Egypt. It is a work in progress. If you have any recommendations for this list, please provide the titles and authors in the comments, and I will be happy to add them. 😊

non-fiction books about ancient civilisations and the famous/infamous people connected to them.

A lot of books on here have been recommended from @kistreadsbooks on Tiktok! As he describes it, "history books to educate yourself on different eras and topics". Also adding books from @editorsarahadir on IG

​"Do not just stand there trembling in awe! Fetch me a lamp of the finest oil and a cushion of silk. I have three thousand years of history to catch up on before sunrise, and I will not be disturbed unless the Hittites have found a way to bridge the sea!"