The magnificent book of treasures : ancient Egypt /

Steele, Philip, 1948-

The magnificent book of treasures : ancient Egypt / Ancient Egypt written by Philip Steele ; illustrated by Eugenia Nobati. - 80 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 31 cm

A princess's coffins -- Boat of the dead -- Hunting in the marshes -- A living goddess -- The blue hippo -- The magic sons of Horus -- The pharaoh's golden mask -- Mummy of a cat -- Egyptian bakery -- Throne of gold -- The bringer of food -- Music for a god -- The little green god -- Animal board game -- The golden buckle -- The palace garden -- Servants of the dead -- Queen with a crown of feathers -- Garden of delights -- Soul house -- Seated scribe -- The eye of Horus -- The little plowman -- In memory of a queen -- A game of chance -- The cat goddess -- Golden sandals -- Feast for a princess -- The ram god -- A goddess's rattle -- Royal bracelet -- Book of the dead -- The spirit of the king -- The blue hedgehog -- Farming by the Nile -- The pharaoh's daggers.

"This stunning book will lead you on a thrilling journey back in time to the land of the ancient Egyptians. Meet mighty pharaohs and powerful queens. Awaken mythical gods and magical goddesses. Watch everyday life along the River Nile. Every spread reveals a fabulous treasure and its unique story. Unwrap a pharaoh's mummy, decipher hieroglyphics, discover why an amulet is lucky, and what gruesomeness hides inside a canopic jar. "--Amazon.com.

9781681885582 1681885581

GBC1E9519 bnb

020322087 Uk


Egypt--History--To 332 B.C.--Juvenile literature.
Egypt--Antiquities--Juvenile literature.
Egypt--Civilization--To 332 B.C.--Juvenile literature.


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