Allen, Troy D., 1960-

The ancient Egyptian family : kinship and social structure / Troy D. Allen. - New York : Routledge, 2009. - 113 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - African studies .

Includes bibliographical references (p. [103]-110) and index.

The Egyptian foundation -- The historical context -- The family in ancient Egyptian society -- Description of ancient Egyptian kinship terms -- Egypt and other African cultures -- A discussion of Cheikh Anta Diop's two cradle theory -- Conclusion.

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Diop, Cheikh Anta.


Families--History.--Egypt


Egypt--Civilization--African influences.