The Instruction of Ptah-Hotep and the Instruction of…

Name: The Instruction of Ptah-Hotep and the Instruction of Ke'Gemni: The Oldest Books in the World
Author: Ptahhotep

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CEFR level: C1
Length: 3 chapters
Format: The complete book

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Journey into ancient Egypt’s wisdom through the teachings of Ptah-Hotep and Ke'Gemni, where timeless reflections on life, society, and the human soul reveal the enduring legacy of civilizations long past.

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