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Ancient Egypt

An Illustrated History
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A detailed history with fascinating insights and a gorgeous visual reference, this book tours the sacred Egyptian sites, from the impressive mortuary temples of the pharaohs to those dedicated to the many gods and goddesses.It includes an in-depth examination of the crucial role that religious belief and mythology played during this intriguing period of ancient history. The allure of ancient Egypt has endured over many centuries - and this authoritative volume offers further intriguing insights. It delves into the tombs, devoting chapters to the most famous burial sites: Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings, where the resting place of the boy-king Tutankhamun was discovered. The book also describes Egypt's temples, religions and myths, from the impressive mortuary temples of the pharaohs, such as Ramesses II, to elaborate funerary rituals, offerings and superstitions.With maps, chronologies and artwork supplementing more than 750 photographs, this book captures the essence of a fascinating epoch.

Author Biography:

Lorna Oakes lectures at the British Museum and at Birkbeck College, University of London. She has led many study tours to Egypt and Syria. Lucia Gahlin is an Honorary Research Associate in the Institute of Archaeology, University College London. She has taught at the Universities of Bristol, Exeter, Reading, Surrey, Sussex and Warwick, and leads tours to Egypt.
Release date Australia
March 15th, 2018
Audience
  • General (US: Trade)
Illustrations
750 colour photographs and illustrations
Pages
512
ISBN-13
9780754834458
Product ID
27302370

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