Egyptomania

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

Ancient Egypt has always occupied a prominent place in the global imagination. This course examines the reception and reinterpretation of ancient Egypt from Classical Antiquity to the present, with examples demonstrating how this ancient civilization has inspired Western monarchs, Egyptian nationalists (notably the Wafd), artists, and spiritual practitioners around the world. Students will dive into a mesmerizing world where Egypt's antiquity is both appreciated and appropriated. Against this background, students will critically engage with the complex intersections of cultural heritage, colonialist histories, and global inequalities through class discussions, case studies, a research presentation, and a research paper.