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Introducing Ancient Egyptian Mythology: Discover Ancient Egyptian History, Its Gods and Goddesses, Myths and Legends
If you asked the average person which ancient civilization holds the greatest fascination for them, one of the most frequent answers you would hear would undoubtedly be “the Egyptians.” The mystery, ingenuity, and artistry of the ancient Egyptians have fascinated filmmakers, fashion designers, and myth hunters for thousands of years, and they continue to do so today. From The Ten Commandments to Raiders of the Lost Ark , The Mummy to Cleopatra , blockbusters focusing on Egypt have enabled audiences to immerse themselves in the glory, luxury, and magnificence of one of the most advanced cultures of all time. Thanks to the work of archeologists such as Howard Carter (who discovered Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922), you may know plenty about how the Egyptians lived, worked, and worshiped the Pharaohs. But beyond that, you may wish to know more about creation myths, magic, end-of-life beliefs , and other aspects of religious life that had such a powerful influence on the way Pharaohs ruled, made decisions, and consolidated their power. This book seeks to take your mind on a magical mystery voyage to the past; one in which myth, spirituality, and reality were fused and given shape by impressive pyramids, gilded coffins, and luxurious boats built to transport Pharaohs to the afterlife. This captivating look into ancient Egyptian mythology brings you an engaging blend of historical and mythical content that will immerse you in the richness of Egyptian spirituality, culture, and politics. Within its pages you will And much more. You don’t need to be a scholar of ancient history to appreciate the many intriguing myths, historical anecdotes, and beliefs shared in this book. These subjects are shared in a dynamic, easy-to-follow style that is fully immersive from the very first page. Even if you have just a few spare minutes to read every day, this book will be your perfect companion, as it contains a number of short yet well-described myths and stories, each of which can be enjoyed on their own or as part of the entire work. Whether you’re looking to be educated on ancient Egyptian history or simply entertained by the numerous myths of ancient Egypt, you’ll find what you’re looking for right here.
146 pages, Paperback
Published June 29, 2023
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September 4, 2023
When I was a little boy, I really enjoyed Norse, Roman & Greek Mythology. I was never exposed to Egyptian Mythology (other than a few Universal classic films; especially the Karloff), so this interested me.
I'm not certain why this didn't connect with me more. Either there was too much information for a newcomer, or too little. I'm guessing too much, as I feel that to retain a significant amount of this brief book, I would need to read it several times. It also felt somewhat "dry".
The author starts the book talking about a multitude of Egyptian "Dynasties". I finally had to look up "Dynasties" in Wiki to learn exactly what they are (a period of time where a country is ruled by 1 family is a simple answer). Part of the challenge for me understanding the ancient Egyptian mythologies presented in the book is there are so many dynasties (this is likely not myth) that I had difficulty following it.
One thing I really liked, though it was said in a moderate manner (more so than I would say it), is in 3 spots the author made comments that Christianity (& the other currently accepted form of religion) are no less mythology than the ancient Egyptian concepts & texts this book is about. I personally feel very strongly about that issue.
To sum up, if you are new to Egyptian religious history (& to a much lesser degree, Egyptian real history in general) & either retain new information quickly & easily or are willing to read the book several times, this may be an ok starting point. As it's the only book on Egyptian Mythology I've ever rad, I'm not in a good position to judge if this book is a good stating place.
3 1/2 of 5 stars
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
I'm not certain why this didn't connect with me more. Either there was too much information for a newcomer, or too little. I'm guessing too much, as I feel that to retain a significant amount of this brief book, I would need to read it several times. It also felt somewhat "dry".
The author starts the book talking about a multitude of Egyptian "Dynasties". I finally had to look up "Dynasties" in Wiki to learn exactly what they are (a period of time where a country is ruled by 1 family is a simple answer). Part of the challenge for me understanding the ancient Egyptian mythologies presented in the book is there are so many dynasties (this is likely not myth) that I had difficulty following it.
One thing I really liked, though it was said in a moderate manner (more so than I would say it), is in 3 spots the author made comments that Christianity (& the other currently accepted form of religion) are no less mythology than the ancient Egyptian concepts & texts this book is about. I personally feel very strongly about that issue.
To sum up, if you are new to Egyptian religious history (& to a much lesser degree, Egyptian real history in general) & either retain new information quickly & easily or are willing to read the book several times, this may be an ok starting point. As it's the only book on Egyptian Mythology I've ever rad, I'm not in a good position to judge if this book is a good stating place.
3 1/2 of 5 stars
I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.
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