Toby Wilkinson is a British Egyptologist, academic, and author recognized for his extensive contributions to the study of ancient Egypt. He earned his degree and PhD in Egyptology from the University of Cambridge, where he has also held various academic positions. Wilkinson is the author of several acclaimed books, including The Rise and Fall of Ancient Egypt, which won the Hessell-Tiltman Prize for History and was shortlisted for the Samuel Johnson Prize. His work is noted for its accessible yet scholarly approach, blending historical analysis with archaeological insight. He has also contributed to major television documentaries and academic publications.