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Ancient Egypt: A Popular History of Mummification and the Great Pyramids
All the essential facts on ancient Egypt covering mummification, the pharaohs, the pyramids and the mysterious rituals.
The ancient Egyptians have fascinated and enthralled the minds of millions down the centuries. With extensive scientific knowledge, splendid architecture and many artistic and cultural achievements, their civilisation stood apart as being ahead of its time. This compact and informative guide is perfect for all those studying ancient Egypt, visiting the sights, or curious to find out more about this fascinating period.
Includes a wide range of topics such • Geography – how the Nile added to the success of their civilisation• History – a timeline spanning 3,000 years from 3100BC to 395AD and covering each dynastic period• Religion – the role of the gods and goddesses• Pharaohs – Cheops, Nefertiti and Tutankhamun• Life in Ancient Egypt – different levels in society, the jobs, family life, leisure activities• Learning and knowledge – the hieroglyphs, the scribes• War – the armies, weapons and armour• Death, funeral rites and mummification• Tombs and pyramids• Egypt today – archaeology, discoveries and what one can see today
The ancient Egyptians have fascinated and enthralled the minds of millions down the centuries. With extensive scientific knowledge, splendid architecture and many artistic and cultural achievements, their civilisation stood apart as being ahead of its time. This compact and informative guide is perfect for all those studying ancient Egypt, visiting the sights, or curious to find out more about this fascinating period.
Includes a wide range of topics such • Geography – how the Nile added to the success of their civilisation• History – a timeline spanning 3,000 years from 3100BC to 395AD and covering each dynastic period• Religion – the role of the gods and goddesses• Pharaohs – Cheops, Nefertiti and Tutankhamun• Life in Ancient Egypt – different levels in society, the jobs, family life, leisure activities• Learning and knowledge – the hieroglyphs, the scribes• War – the armies, weapons and armour• Death, funeral rites and mummification• Tombs and pyramids• Egypt today – archaeology, discoveries and what one can see today
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256 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 28, 2007
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June 11, 2021
The book provides a lot of useful information to understand what life is like in Ancient Egypt. It highlights notable figures and important events in the history of Egypt. It also showcase the beliefs, culture, practices, society, worldview and much more about ancient Egypt. The information you will get from this book will surely be useful and will help you with more understanding as you study the Bible specifically in the Books of Genesis & Exodus. What is Egypt probably like at the time of Abraham's first visit or during the times of Isaac, Jacob, Joseph and ultimately at the time of Moses.
October 20, 2019
An easy read but concise description for anyone interested in ancient Egypt. Covers normal life, warfare, religion, writing system etc. interesting. Fits in your pocket, can be read while commuting.
June 7, 2021
An excellent overview of lots of topics and it's so convenient that it's small enough to go in a pocket or handbag.
August 9, 2015
The perfect pocket Encyclopedia about Ancient Egypt.
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