This course will introduce participants to the rich and vibrant civilisation of Ancient Egypt.

From royal pyramids, court artisans and powerful pharaohs, to grandiose temples and mysterious gods, we will look at the highs, lows, and rich tapestry of Ancient Egyptian culture.

Who were the Ancient Egyptians? Why did they create such monumental constructions and such magnificent works of art?

The culture, history, art, architecture, and religion of Ancient Egypt has long captured the imagination of people across the world.

Using archaeological, textual, and pictorial evidence, we shall delve into this world, see how it developed, and why it came to an end.

Over the weeks we will read the words of ancient kings, priests, courtiers, and artisans, witness great artistic triumphs across 3,000 years of history, explore the beliefs of people from the different ends of society's spectrum, and learn how they lived in a world, that
although familiar, was quite different from our own.

Sarah Snow grew up in Belgium where her education was conducted in French and Flemish from the age of five. This helped turn her into a lifelong Francophile. She has spent time travelling in France and other French speaking countries both in Europe and further afield. Throughout her career in education overseas, she taught French to both children and adults.

Her interests include culture, food and history and she is often seen in costume giving talks in the area about women from different historic eras. As well as teaching French, she has taught ESL to adults across the world and loves the challenge of language learning herself.

One of her beliefs about learning and speaking a new or different language is that it should be fun. The enjoyment of learning should always be central to life.

It is through communication that we enjoy the world around us.