Life of Ordinary Ancient Egyptians

The majority of ordinary ancient Egyptians were farmers, living in homes made of mud bricks near the fertile banks of the Nile. Agriculture was central to their way of life, with the Nile providing the vital resources for farming and sustaining communities. Most ancient Egyptians worked the land, with estimates suggesting that around 80-90% were engaged in agriculture, while the elite often received more attention in historical records, leaving gaps in understanding the lives of the average person. Archaeological evidence is limited due to the annual flooding of the Nile and the fragile nature of mud brick homes, making it challenging to gain a comprehensive view of everyday life.