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Author : William J. Murnane
Release : 1983
Genre : History
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Book Synopsis The Penguin Guide to Ancient Egypt by : William J. Murnane
Download or read book The Penguin Guide to Ancient Egypt written by William J. Murnane. This book was released on 1983. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Author : Joyce Tyldesley
Release : 2010-08-05
Genre : Religion
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Book Synopsis The Penguin Book of Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt by : Joyce Tyldesley
Download or read book The Penguin Book of Myths and Legends of Ancient Egypt written by Joyce Tyldesley. This book was released on 2010-08-05. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Herodotus to The Mummy, Western civilization has long been fascinated with the exotic myths and legends of Ancient Egypt but they have often been misunderstood. Here acclaimed Egyptologist Joyce Tyldesley guides us through 3000 years of changing stories and, in retelling them, shows us what they mean. Gathered from pyramid friezes, archaological finds and contemporary documents, these vivid and strange stories explain everything from why the Nile flooded every year to their beliefs about what exactly happened after death and shed fascinating light on what life was like for both rich and poor. Lavishly illustrated with colour pictures, maps and family trees, helpful glossaries explaining all the major gods and timelines of the Pharoahs and most importantly packed with unforgettable stories, this book offers the perfect introduction to Egyptian history and civilization.
Author : William J. Murnane
Release : 2012
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 586/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Ancient Egypt Guide by : William J. Murnane
Download or read book The Ancient Egypt Guide written by William J. Murnane. This book was released on 2012. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Talks about the land, people, government, cities and burial customs of ancient Egypt, and offers a detailed description of tombs, temples, monuments and ruins, along with practical travel information.
Author : Toby Wilkinson
Release : 2016-08-25
Genre : History
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Book Rating : 966/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis Writings from Ancient Egypt by : Toby Wilkinson
Download or read book Writings from Ancient Egypt written by Toby Wilkinson. This book was released on 2016-08-25. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'Man perishes; his corpse turns to dust; all his relatives pass away. But writings make him remembered' In ancient Egypt, words had magical power. Inscribed on tombs and temple walls, coffins and statues, or inked onto papyri, hieroglyphs give us a unique insight into the life of the Egyptian mind. Egyptologist Toby Wilkinson has freshly translated a rich and diverse range of ancient Egyptian writings into modern English, including tales of shipwreck and wonder, obelisk inscriptions, mortuary spells, funeral hymns, songs, satires and advice on life from a pharaoh to his son. Spanning over two millennia, this is the essential guide to a complex, sophisticated culture. Translated with an Introduction by Toby Wilkinson
Author : Bill Manley
Release : 1997-01-01
Genre : Reference
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Book Rating : 318/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt by : Bill Manley
Download or read book The Penguin Historical Atlas of Ancient Egypt written by Bill Manley. This book was released on 1997-01-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From its humble origins as a cluster of rival chiefdoms along the banks of the Nile, ancient Egypt rose to become one of the most advanced civilizations of its time. This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from the founding of Memphis around 5000 BC, through the territorial expansion and flourishing trade of the ‘age of empire’, to Greek domination and ultimate collapse. Political rivalries are charted through the successive dynasties, from the strife of the intermediate periods to the golden ages of prosperity and artistic glory under Akhenaten, Tutankhamun and Ramesses II. The latest archaeological evidence is used to cast new light on the vast architectural legacy of the world’s first great nation state. The authoritative narrative, illustrated with over sixty full colour maps and over seventy plates, makes this an indispensable handbook for history students and enthusiasts alike.
