by TobyWilkinson (Author)
The ancient civilization of Egypt offers a dazzling array of kings and dynasties, gods and goddesses, temples and tombs, and this new dictionary provides a handy reference guide through this endlessly fascinating subject. All the major archaeological sites of Egypt and Sudan are described and a unique feature of this unrivalled coverage is a separate entry for every king who ruled Egypt, from its birth as a state to Alexander the Great. From Abgig to Zoser, from aegis to zodiac, this book will appeal to tourists, museum visitors, armchair travellers and serious scholars alike.
Format: Illustrated
Pages: 272
Edition: 2Rev Ed
Publisher: Thames and Hudson Ltd
Published: 07 Apr 2008
ISBN 10: 0500203962
ISBN 13: 9780500203965
Book Overview: The most extensive and best-illustrated single-volume dictionary of Ancient Egypt - an indispensable guide to the greatest civilization of the ancient world