Ancient Egypt: An Illustrated History: An Illustrated History - Hardcover
$35.00
Skip to product information
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 an enduring epoch.
Ancient Egypt: An Illustrated History: An Illustrated History - Hardcover
$35.00
by Lorna Oakes (Author), Lucia Gahlin (Author)
- Takes you on a tour of sacred Egyptian sites, from the impressive mortuary temples of the pharaohs to those dedicated to the many gods and goddesses.
- Includes an in-depth examination of the crucial role that religious belief and mythology played during this intriguing period of ancient history. - A compelling account detailing the most famous burial places, including Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings, lavishly illustrated with over 750 images. 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, Saqqaraand 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 an enduring 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.
Number of Pages: 512
Dimensions: 1.5 x 11.4 x 9.1 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: November 06, 2018
Details
This product is crafted with quality materials to ensure durability and performance. Designed with your convenience in mind, it seamlessly fits into your everyday life.
Shipping & Returns
We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible.
We are committed to ensuring a positive shopping experience for all our customers. If for any reason you wish to return an item, we invite you to reach out to our team for assistance, and we will evaluate every return request with care and consideration.
