Hieroglyphs from A to Z

Hieroglyphs from A to Z
Author: Peter Der Manuelian
Publisher: Pomegranate Communications
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Alphabet books
ISBN: 9780764953064

Hieroglyphs from A to Zo is the first book published by PomegranateKids , an imprint of Pomegranate Communications, in collaboration with the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. With bold graphics, charming, rhyming text and solid educational content, it explains the hieroglyphic code while imparting important facts about ancient Egypt. As an added bonus, a separate sheet of stencils is provided, slipped inside the back cover, so that kids can easily draw their own hieroglyphs. All told, this is the perfect book for any child who simply loves words and pictures.

The A to Z of Ancient Egypt

The A to Z of Ancient Egypt
Author: M. L. Bierbrier
Publisher: A to Z Guide Series
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2010
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9780810875722

The great pyramids of Giza, Tutankhamun, the Great Sphinx, Cleopatra, and Ramesses II: the names and achievements of Ancient Egypt are legendary. Situated along the Nile River, the Ancient Egyptian civilization began around 3150 BC and lasted over three millennia until it was conquered by Rome in 31 BC. The A to Z of Ancient Egypt presents a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on Egyptian rulers, bureaucrats, and commoners whose records have survived, as well as ancient society, religion, and gods.

Egyptian Mythology, A to Z

Egyptian Mythology, A to Z
Author: Pat Remler
Publisher: Infobase Publishing
Total Pages: 233
Release: 2010
Genre: Electronic books
ISBN: 1438131801

Alphabetically listed entries identify and explain the places, figures, animals, beliefs, and other important themes of Egyptian mythology.

The a to Z of Ancient Egyptian Warfare

The a to Z of Ancient Egyptian Warfare
Author: Robert G. Morkot
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2010-05-18
Genre: History
ISBN: 0810876256

The A to Z of Ancient Egyptian Warfare covers the period from the emergence of the Egyptian state around 3000 BC to the Arab conquest in the mid-7th century AD. The book is divided into three main sections.

The Monuments of Egypt

The Monuments of Egypt
Author: Dieter Arnold
Publisher: I. B. Tauris
Total Pages: 292
Release: 2009
Genre: Architecture
ISBN:

With more than 600 entries and 350 plans, diagrams and photographs and maps, this guide provides a comprehensive introduction to ancient Egyptian monuments that is an essential companion for every visitor to the ancient sites along the Nile.

Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt

Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt
Author: Morris L. Bierbrier
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 489
Release: 2008-08-14
Genre: History
ISBN: 0810862506

The second edition of the Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egypt expands upon the information presented in the first with a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, a bibliography, and hundreds of cross-referenced dictionary entries on Egyptian rulers, bureaucrats, and commoners whose records have survived, as well as ancient society, religion, and gods.

Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egyptian Warfare

Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egyptian Warfare
Author: Robert Morkot
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
Total Pages: 408
Release: 2003
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780810848627

Also included are maps of Egypt and the surrounding regions and a chronological list of rulers and their dates, and the dynasties and kingdoms to which they are assigned Egyptologists." "This reference is aimed primarily at students and those interested in ancient Egypt. The arrangement of the book as a dictionary means that it can be used independently as a research tool or in conjunction with other works, such as histories or translations of Egyptian texts. The user can find concise definitions and descriptions, and brief accounts of military actions. Through the cross-referencing of each entry, and in conjunction with the bibliography, the reader can pursue wider issues and locate more detailed studies."--BOOK JACKET.

Ancient Egypt

Ancient Egypt
Author: AZ Books Staff
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2012-05-15
Genre: Egypt
ISBN: 9781618890924

Travel into the past with this fascinating series. Each richly illustrated book opens up a different world, from ancient civilizations to the life among pirates. Kids will play ancient games, create pyramids, and hold lifelike ancient objects in their hands. - 3D details, convertible envelopes, hidden flaps, thermo-ink, magic candles, and puzzles - Colorful illustrations and interesting stories

A Companion to Ancient Egypt, 2 Volume Set

A Companion to Ancient Egypt, 2 Volume Set
Author: Alan B. Lloyd
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 1352
Release: 2010-05-06
Genre: History
ISBN: 1444320068

This companion provides the very latest accounts of the major and current aspects of Egyptology by leading scholars. Delivered in a highly readable style and extensively illustrated, it offers unprecedented breadth and depth of coverage, giving full scope to the discussion of this incredible civilization. Provides the very latest and, where relevant, well-illustrated accounts of the major aspects of Egypt?s ancient history and culture Covers a broad scope of topics including physical context, history, economic and social mechanisms, language, literature, and the visual arts Delivered in a highly readable style with students and scholars of both Egyptology and Graeco-Roman studies in mind Provides a chronological table at the start of each volume to help readers orient chapters within the wider historical context