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Ancient Egypt: an Illustrated History by Lorna Oakes

Ancient Egypt: an Illustrated History

An Illustrated History

Lorna Oakes, Lucia Gahlin

Anness Publishing · Print & ebook · November 6, 2018

• 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.

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Explore ancient Egypt’s tombs, temples and beliefs through photographs, maps, chronologies and artwork.
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Ancient Egypt, Egypt & the Middle East, Ancient Religion
Published
Anness Publishing, November 6, 2018

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• 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.

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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 an enduring epoch.

Egyptian Tombs and Temples

Explore ancient Egypt’s tombs, temples and beliefs through photographs, maps, chronologies and artwork.

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  • The tombs of Giza, Saqqara and the Valley of the Kings
  • Egyptian temples, religions, myths and funerary rituals

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  • More than 750 photographs
  • Separate coverage of famous burial sites and religious traditions

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Ancient Egypt100%
Ancient Religion25%
Egypt & the Middle East21%

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Publisher categories

  • Ancient & Classical Architecture
  • Ancient Egypt
Authors
Lorna Oakes, Lucia Gahlin
Publisher
Anness Publishing
Published
November 6, 2018
Format
Print & ebook
Reading lane
Ancient & Classical Architecture