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This beautiful volume reveals the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt, a dynamic period when the civilization emerged as a Bronze Age superpower. It showcases the era's energy and splendor through remarkable achievements in art and architecture. Each page highlights the Egyptians' brilliant creations—magic amulets, tombs, temples, wall paintings, and jewelry—while weaving a narrative of their daily life, beliefs, and ceremonies. Readers will learn about Hatshepsut, the queen who became pharaoh and her mysterious disappearance, as well as Egyptian fashion, where men wore kilts and women donned tight dresses. The secrets of mummification are unraveled, providing insight into the appearance of ancient Egyptians, alongside tales of the great pharaohs and deities who empowered the kingdom. With full-color photographs and the author's storytelling talent, this work offers an accessible portrait of ancient Egypt, captivating for students and adult readers alike, serving as an ideal introduction to this magnificent culture.
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The Egyptians, Michael Hayes
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- Année de publication
- 1997
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- Titre
- The Egyptians
- Langue
- Anglais
- Auteurs
- Michael Hayes
- Éditeur
- Lansdowne
- Publié
- 1997
- Format
- rigide
- Pages
- 160
- ISBN10
- 1863025286
- ISBN13
- 9781863025287
- Séries
- Mots clés
- Nonfiction, Thème historique, Histoire, Égypte, Littérature Égyptienne
- Description
- This beautiful volume reveals the New Kingdom of ancient Egypt, a dynamic period when the civilization emerged as a Bronze Age superpower. It showcases the era's energy and splendor through remarkable achievements in art and architecture. Each page highlights the Egyptians' brilliant creations—magic amulets, tombs, temples, wall paintings, and jewelry—while weaving a narrative of their daily life, beliefs, and ceremonies. Readers will learn about Hatshepsut, the queen who became pharaoh and her mysterious disappearance, as well as Egyptian fashion, where men wore kilts and women donned tight dresses. The secrets of mummification are unraveled, providing insight into the appearance of ancient Egyptians, alongside tales of the great pharaohs and deities who empowered the kingdom. With full-color photographs and the author's storytelling talent, this work offers an accessible portrait of ancient Egypt, captivating for students and adult readers alike, serving as an ideal introduction to this magnificent culture.