Workers' Town: Comforts and Realities of Ancient Labor

This chapter uncovers the discovery of the Workers' Town near the Great Sphinx, revealing that pyramid builders lived in surprising comfort rather than as enslaved individuals. It explores the diversity and complexity of the labor force during the Old Kingdom, discussing the blend of skilled and unskilled workers and their cultural practices. Additionally, the chapter examines the evolution of slavery and power dynamics in ancient Egyptian society, mapping the shifts in attitudes from the Old to New Kingdoms.