The Fiction of a Lost World

The idea that ancient Egypt is a lost world is a misconception rooted in colonial narratives. Ancient Egypt has never been lost; it has remained an integral part of its own history and culture. The modern understanding of ancient Egypt has often been filtered through a Western lens, particularly by Victorian explorers and scholars who overshadowed local knowledge. It is crucial to recognize that the legacy of ancient Egypt was continuously acknowledged and built upon by Egyptians through generations, rather than being rediscovered solely by Western archaeologists.