David P. Silverman
Leading Expert on Ancient Egyptian Civilization
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About Me
Dr. David P. Silverman, the Eckley Brinton Coxe, Jr. Professor of Egyptology at the University of Pennsylvania and Curator of the Penn Museum's Egyptian Section, is a renowned authority on ancient Egypt. Known for his contributions to major exhibitions like "Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs" and his extensive publications on Egyptian language, art, and religion, Dr. Silverman combines academic excellence with public education through his Coursera courses Introduction to Ancient Egypt and Its Civilization and Wonders of Ancient Egypt.