Ancient Egypt
Subtitle: an illustrated reference to the myths, religions, pyramids and temples of the land of the pharaohs
By: Lorna Oakes & Lucia Gahlin
Contributors: Gahlin, Lucia; Gahlin, Lucia
Publisher: Hermes House
Published: 2005
Place of publication: [New York] London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 512
ISBN-13: 9781844774517
Subjects: Antiquities; Civilization; Religion; Ancient Architecture
Other titles: Mysteries of Ancient Egypt
Description: Discover the world's first civilization! This beautiful volume is a fascinating guide to the myths, religions, pyramids, temples, and more that make up the allure of ancient Egypt. Readers will gain a unique understanding of this captivating culture through breathtaking, full-color illustrations, in-depth text, detailed maps, and comprehensive chronologies. You'll read about: - Famous burial sites - The mortuary temples of the many gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt - Gods and goddesses - Pharaohs - Festivals - Offerings - Superstitions - And more! An invaluable reference to one of the most intriguing periods of history. -- Publisher's description.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references, index and glossary.
Table of contents: title: Sacred sites of Ancient Egypt: Burial places; title: Religious centres; title: Gods, myths and religion of Ancient Egypt: State religion; title: Religion in life and death; title: Glossary; title: Museums with Egyptian collections; title: Picture acknowledgements; title: Index.