{"product_id":"book-empires-of-the-nile-folio-society-26442","title":"Empires of the Nile - Folio Society - 2008 1st ed.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEdition details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmpires of the Nile: The Kingdom of Kush. The Napatan and Meroitic Empires; The Medieval Kingdoms of Nubia, Pagans, Christians and Muslims along the Middle Nile; Ancient Ethiopia, Aksum, Its Antecedents and Successors by David W. Phillipson \u0026amp; Derek A. Welsby. 32 pages of colour and B\u0026amp;W plates. Preface by Michael Wood. 32 pages of colour and black \u0026amp; white plates and maps. Bound in black cloth with gilt pictorial front board, and gilt titles and decoration to spine. 10×6¾in. 672pp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the book\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEmpires of the Nile explores the civilisations and kingdoms that developed along one of the world's greatest rivers. The book examines political power, religion, warfare, trade and architecture from ancient Egypt to later African kingdoms. It shows how the Nile created fertile environments and communication routes that supported complex societies over thousands of years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn good overall condition. Dents to the slipcase and spine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Folio Vault\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFolio Vault is an independent bookseller specialising in pre-owned Folio Society books. We have been buying and selling books in the UK since 2019 and expanded to the US in 2025.\u003cbr\u003eEvery book is carefully checked, with photographs and condition notes so you can buy with confidence. We pack every order securely and ship worldwide.\u003cbr\u003eWhether you're looking to buy or sell books, please get in touch. Our team is always happy to help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folio Vault","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55860344455507,"sku":"2026_11_45_26442","price":79.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1085\/2951\/6883\/files\/2026_11_12_4.jpg?v=1794504017","url":"https:\/\/thefoliovault.com\/products\/book-empires-of-the-nile-folio-society-26442","provider":"Folio Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}