Individual craftsmen, artists, and laborers describe the work that they do in Egypt during the time of the Old Kingdom, and the historical note places them in context.

The scribe -- The farmer -- The pyramid builder -- The herdsman -- The birdnetter -- The fisherman -- The washer of clothes -- The weaver -- The sandal maker -- The goldsmith -- The embalmer -- The musician -- The dancer -- The carpenter -- The sailor -- The papyrus worker -- Historical note.