Frequently Asked Questions

The nature of the Internet means that Egyptologists who maintain a relatively high presence on it are likely to find themselves being asked lots of questions about Egypt. As we all have other jobs to do it can take up a considerable amount of time, which means that certain repetitive enquiries can take a long time to respond to.

To try and do something about this, in July 2001 I started this FAQ in the hope that some of the more common enquiries can be answered by reference to this page. I have asked for the support of colleagues, and I hope that the number of items here will gradually grow. Anyone who wishes to offer a topic here should contact me.

1. How to...

How do I become an Egyptologist?

How do I get on an Egyptian dig?

2. Why...

... did you become an Egyptologist

3. Readlng lists

Where can I get lists of books to read on Egypt?

4. Distance learning

Where do I find correspondence and online courses about Egypt?

5. What is...

... the truth of the mummy films?

6. How do I learn hieroglyphs?

a. Beginners b. More advanced

7. What do certain Egyptological terms mean?

8. Egyptian religion