Books

Uncovering Egyptian Mythology

Uncovering Egyptian Mythology

Uncovering Egyptian Mythology is more than just a book that will teach you about a country. It’s a comprehensive guide that will transport you back to a country that is the only remaining ancient wonder in the world! The history of Egypt is long, filled with wealthy lifestyles, advanced engineering, inventions, and mystical characters that...

Egyptian Religious Calendar 2023

Egyptian Religious Calendar 2023

The Complete Egyptian Religious Calendar for the year 2023: the most comprehensive publication of the lists of the festivities of the Egyptian Religious Tradition (dated for the year 2023). A practical application of the Egyptian Religious Calendar for the current age. The civil year was divided into three seasons, commonly translated: Inundation, when the Nile...

Ancient Egypt: The Definitive Visual History

Ancient Egypt: The Definitive Visual History

Discover the fascinating details of life under the pharaohs – and their extraordinary legacy – in this comprehensive e-guide to ancient Egypt civilization. Encompassing 3,000 years and 31 Egyptian dynasties, from the time of Narmer to that of Cleopatra, this fresh appraisal of ancient treasures helps you to navigate the political intrigues and cultural achievements...

Treasures of Egypt: A Legacy in Photographs From the Pyramids to Cleopatra

Treasures of Egypt: A Legacy in Photographs

“Treasures of Egypt: Drawing from National Geographic’s unparalleled photo archive, the images in this breathtaking volume celebrate the vibrant beauty and rich cultural heritage of Egypt on the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tut’s tomb. Egypt’s rich history astonishes us again and again with priceless treasures, exquisite craftsmanship, and a bounty of artifacts...

Law in Ancient Egypt

Law in Ancient Egypt

“The study provides an introduction to law in ancient Egypt. It is the first comprehensive overview of the subject written from the perspective of an American lawyer. The book will be of interest to Egyptologists, legal historians, law students, and educated non-specialists who are interested in the interaction of law, history, and ancient culture. Part...

Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt

Hieroglyphs: unlocking ancient Egypt

“Today the history of ancient Egypt is known around the world, recognizable in precious museum collections and countless retellings from popular culture. Yet for hundreds of years, from the late Roman Empire to the 19th century, the wonders of this ancient civilization were frozen in time, locked in artifacts that could not be understood due...

Egypt's Golden Couple: When Akhenaten and Nefertiti Were Gods on Earth

When Akhenaten and Nefertiti Were Gods

Akhenaten and Nefertiti became gods on earth by transforming Egyptian solar worship, innovating in art and urban design, and merging religion and politics in ways never attempted before. November 2022 marks the centennial of the discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun and although “King Tut” is a household name, his nine-year rule pales in comparison...

History of Ancient Egypt

History of Ancient Egypt

“The newly revised Second Edition of ‘A History of Ancient Egypt’ delivers an up-to-date survey of ancient Egypt’s history from its origins to the Roman Empire’s banning of hieroglyphics in the fourth century A.D. The book covers developments in all aspects of Egypt’s history and their historical sources, considering the social and economic life and...

Egyptian Art (World of Art)

Egyptian Art (World of Art)

“An insightful volume delving into the enduringly compelling Egyptian art, from a new historical perspective. The art and architecture of Egypt during the age of the pharaohs capture the imagination of the modern world. Vivid, graceful forms decorating monuments that emanated ambition and authority spark our wonder about this distant culture. Ever youthful and elegant...

Creatures of Earth, Water and Sky

Creatures of Earth, Water and Sky

“Ancient Egyptians always had an intense and complex relationship with animals in daily life as well as in religion. Despite the fact that research on this relationship has been a topic of study, gaps in our knowledge still remain. This volume presents well over 30 contributions that explore Human-Animal relationships from the Predynastic to the...