R. B. Parkinson

R. B. Parkinson is a British scholar and Egyptologist, formerly a curator in the Department of Ancient Egypt and Sudan at the British Museum. He is known for his work on ancient Egyptian poetry and literature, as well as his contributions to the understanding of the Rosetta Stone.

Books

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  1. 1. The Tale Of The Eloquent Peasant

    Cover of 'The Tale Of The Eloquent Peasant' by R. B. Parkinson

    "The Tale of the Eloquent Peasant" is an ancient Egyptian story about a peasant, Khun-Anup, who is robbed by a dishonest nobleman, Nemtynakht. When Khun-Anup seeks justice, his eloquent pleas catch the attention of the high steward, who is impressed by his rhetoric and wisdom. The peasant is asked to continue his speeches so that the steward and other officials might learn from him, prolonging the resolution of his case. Eventually, the Pharaoh himself hears of Khun-Anup’s plight and intervenes, ensuring that justice is served, thereby highlighting themes of justice, eloquence, and the moral duties of the powerful.

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