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An authoritative account of the mythological beliefs, rites and ceremonies, richly illustrated with 400 images.

Two highly accessible books charting the mythology and religion of ancient Egypt over 3,000 years, and the iconic temples, tombs and treasures of the world's first great civilization.

A beautiful and scholarly volume exploring the ancient tombs and burial sites, and their mythology.

An authoritative yet highly accessible guide to the fascinating myths and religion of Ancient Egypt, shown in over 370 photographs and illustrations.

Ancient Egypt has captivated visitors for centuries. This volume offers an intriguing insight into the religious and burial practices of the ancient Egyptians. It reveals the tombs of the three most famous ancient burial sites in Egypt: Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings, where the famous tomb of the boy-king Tuthankhamun was discovered.

Step back in time to explore the Land Between the Two Rivers, one of the most ancient of all civilizations. Fascinating, facts and how-to projects allow you to re-create the past - build a model chariot, make a musical lyre and sculpt a cuneiform tablet!

Religious belief was central to life in ancient Egypt and played a fundamental role in the development of their great society. In the first half of this book, the state religion is considered, with an examination of the preparation for the afterlife, including the procedures and ceremonies that followed death. The second half of the book considers the effects of popular religion on daily activities and social history. The religion of the people of the RIver Nile is documented here with maps and a wealth of over 200 beautiful photographs, reproductions and artworks, making this book an essential reference for anyone interested in this ancient civilization.

Hunderte farbenprächtiger Bilder, Karten und Zeichnungen geben einen lebendigen Einblick in die Mythologie und Religion des alten Ägypten, in Gebräuche, Zeremonien und Kulte sowie die Entstehung und den Zweck der Furcht einflössenden Tempel, Gräber und Sakralstätten.

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.