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Ancient Egypt

English · Hardback

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Learn all about ancient Egypt, from everyday life to the afterlife, in this ultimate guide. Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the mighty River Nile to worshipping powerful gods and goddesses, in this history book for children aged 9-12. Discover why cats were seen as sacred animals, how magnificent tombs were protected from robbers, and why the elite of Egyptian society wore wigs. Pore over breathtaking images, incredible artefacts and unique illustrations, and travel back in time to this incredible civilisation. This ancient Egypt book for children offers: Beautiful illustrations and photography from the top ancient Egypt collections. Fantastic facts and the latest finds from an expert Egyptologist. Information on what life in ancient Egypt was really like - from wearing wigs and green eyeshadow to playing games in the street and sleeping on the roof. How do you read hieroglyphics? Which Egyptian god made the Sun rise and set? What games did children enjoy playing? Why did both male and female pharaohs wear false beards? Find out in this ultimate guide to ancient Egypt, perfect for children who love history and mythology.

About the author

Professor Joann Fletcher is a British Egyptologist and BAFTA award-winning TV personality who has gained recognition for her contributions both to the field of archaeology and for her popular television documentaries about Egypt and the ancient world. Her publications include The Story of Egypt, Cleopatra the Great and The Search for Nefertiti, together with guidebooks, journal articles, and academic papers on Ancient Egypt.

Summary

How do you read hieroglyphics? Which Egyptian god made the Sun rise and set? What games did children enjoy playing? Why did both male and female pharaohs wear false beards? Find out in this ultimate guide to ancient Egypt.

Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the mighty River Nile to worshipping powerful gods and goddesses. Discover why cats were seen as sacred animals, how magnificent tombs were protected from robbers, and why the elite of Egyptian society wore wigs.

Pore over breathtaking images, incredible artefacts, and unique illustrations, and travel back in time to this incredible civilization.

Product details

Authors DK
Publisher Dorling Kindersley
 
Languages English
Age Recommendation ages 9 to 12
Product format Hardback
Released 06.03.2025
 
EAN 9780241683163
ISBN 978-0-241-68316-3
No. of pages 160
Dimensions 242 mm x 287 mm x 18 mm
Weight 957 g
Series DK Ancient Histories
Subjects Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > History, politics

JUVENILE NONFICTION / Reference / General, JUVENILE NONFICTION / History / Middle East, People & places (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the past, Children’s / Teenage general interest: Places and peoples

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