Atlas of Ancient Egypt - Hardcover

Neil Morris

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0773732373 ISBN 13: 9780773732377

Publisher: Fitzhenry and Whiteside, 2000

Synopsis

The Atlas of Ancient Egypt is a stunningly illustrated survey of over 3,000 years of Egyptian history. The book redefines the concept of the traditional atlas - it is not just limited to maps alone, it looks at the people, places and objects of Ancient Egypt. The civilisation that thrived for more than three thousand years in the Valley of the River Nile is brought to life through the temples, buildings, frescoes and statues that it left behind Some of the topics covered include: predynastic Egypt, the Old Kingdom, the Age of the Pyramids, Egyptian writing, the Middle Kingdom, Gods and Goddesses, Women in Egypt, the Valley of the Kings, the New Kingdom, the Egyptian way of death This highly visual book includes detailed maps, architectural reconstructions, historical artifacts and superb scenes from everyday life.

About this title

From School Library Journal:

Gr 4-8-This is more an oversized pictorial history than an atlas, but as such it is remarkably good. Double-page spreads cover historical eras as well as aspects of life in ancient Egypt. The text per spread consists of an introductory paragraph, smaller print paragraphs of information under separate subheadings, and lengthy captions. The numerous, full-color illustrations include photographs of artifacts and artists' renderings depicting activities such as mummification and ships sailing. The excellent photographs show great detail and are likely to fascinate browsers. Many spreads have maps that accurately illustrate the subject and Egypt's relationship to the rest of the world. The book is similar in many ways to George Hart's Ancient Egypt (DK, 2000). However, the organization in Atlas is better. A useful volume for both school and public libraries where there is a demand for more information on the topic.-Carol Durusau, Newton County Public Library, Covington, GA

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About this edition

• Publisher: Fitzhenry and Whiteside
• Publication date: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0773732373
• ISBN 13: 9780773732377
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1