We Are the Ancient Egyptians
Title | We Are the Ancient Egyptians PDF eBook |
Author | David Long |
Publisher | Welbeck Children's Books |
Pages | 64 |
Release | 2021-08-03 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1783128143 |
Step back in time to Ancient Egypt and meet some of the many people who lived, worked, and played during that time. From a necropolis builder to a tomb robber, a brewer to an embalmer, and a slave girl to the Pharaoh himself - each one will share with you the story of their own daily life. Together, they are the Ancient Egyptians. Featuring 19 different characters from Ancient Egyptian times, as well as an introduction to the Ancient Egyptian world, a key to decoding hieroglyphics and a timeline of key events, this book provides a new angle on a classic subject, bringing the ancient world to life.
Meet the Ancient Egyptians
Title | Meet the Ancient Egyptians PDF eBook |
Author | James Davies |
Publisher | Templar Publishing |
Pages | 63 |
Release | 2018-02-22 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1787413772 |
There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Egypt from gods and worship to mummification, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the best-selling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Meet the Ancient Romans
Title | Meet the Ancient Romans PDF eBook |
Author | James Davies |
Publisher | Templar Publishing |
Pages | 63 |
Release | 2018-02-22 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 1787413780 |
There's so much to digest when it comes to History - how do you know where to begin? These incredible short introductions are just the thing for readers who are beginning to explore ancient history. Get to know the basics on Ancient Rome from gladiators to day to day life, with easy-to-digest, humorous text that is reminiscent of the bestselling Horrible Histories series. James Davies' stunning artwork and infographics provide a fresh nonfiction approach that is sure to captivate young readers.
Journey Through the Afterlife
Title | Journey Through the Afterlife PDF eBook |
Author | John H. Taylor |
Publisher | Harvard University Press |
Pages | 328 |
Release | 2010 |
Genre | Book of the dead |
ISBN | 9780674057500 |
With contributions from leading scholars and detailed catalog entries that interpret the spells and painted scenes, this fascinating and important work affords a greater understanding of ancient Egyptian belief systems and poignantly reveals the hopes and fears about the world beyond death.
Life of the Ancient Egyptians
Title | Life of the Ancient Egyptians PDF eBook |
Author | Evžen Strouhal |
Publisher | |
Pages | 279 |
Release | 1997 |
Genre | Egypt |
ISBN | 9780853239918 |
Few studies of ancient Egypt cover so broad a scope as this exceptional insight into everyday life in ancient Egypt. The text is complemented by many illustrations of artefacts, works of art, and scenes of life in ancient Egypt as recorded in tomb reliefs and paintings on papyri. Werner Forman’s superb photographs were taken specially for this volume in Egypt and in the great public and private collections.
Egyptian Myths
Title | Egyptian Myths PDF eBook |
Author | Jean Menzies |
Publisher | Penguin |
Pages | 146 |
Release | 2022-08-23 |
Genre | Juvenile Fiction |
ISBN | 0744077192 |
A beautifully illustrated collection of 20 ancient Egyptian myths retold for children aged 7-9. Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in one of the world’s great early civilizations. From the creation of the world to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing fascinating elements of culture and religion along the way. The enthralling stories introduce mighty gods and wicked villains, while a handy reference section is packed with information about the ancient Egyptians themselves. Learn how Ra fought daily battles to make the Sun rise, how trouble-making Set brought chaos to the kingdom, and how Osiris became the first mummy. Perfect for children aged 7 to 9, this collection contains more than 20 enthralling new retellings of favorite myths as well as some you might not have heard before. Encourage your children to explore: Over 20 fascinating Egyptian myths, covering famous classics and lesser known stories Striking illustrations by multi-award winning artist Katie Ponder Stunning gold foil on the cover A handy pronunciation guide listing all difficult-to-pronounce names for the reader’s convenience Key reference spreads combining the appeal of a story collection with key reference information It’s time to dive into the Duat underworld, ride into the sky on the back of the heavenly cow, and discover the secrets of the pharaoh’s tombs. Egyptian Myths brings the world of ancient Egypt to life and is the perfect gift for children who love history and mythology. At DK, we believe in the power of discovery. So why not complete the collection! Discover stories from Ancient Greece like never before with Greek Myths, and uncover action-packed tales of extraordinary creatures and compelling gods, goddesses and more with Norse Myths.
The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt
Title | The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt PDF eBook |
Author | Elizabeth Payne |
Publisher | Random House Books for Young Readers |
Pages | 193 |
Release | 2012-04-25 |
Genre | Juvenile Nonfiction |
ISBN | 0307813991 |
For more than 3,000 years, Egypt was a great civilization that thrived along the banks of the Nile River. But when its cities crumbled to dust, Egypt’s culture and the secrets of its hieroglyphic writings were also lost. The Pharaohs of Ancient Egypt explains how archaeologists have pieced together their discoveries to slowly reveal the history of Egypt’s people, its pharaohs, and its golden days.