Ancient Egyptians People of the Pyramids

Author/creator Baker, Rosalie F. Author
Other author Baker, Charles F. Author
Format Electronic
EditionReprint
Publication InfoNew York : Oxford University Press, Incorporated
Description192 p. ill 08.400 x 010.700 in.
Supplemental ContentFull text available from Ebook Central - Academic Complete
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SeriesOxford Profiles Ser.
Summary Annotation The ultimate who's who of ancient Egypt, Ancient Egyptians is an engaging look at the ancient world through its important leaders. Included are biographies of: * The magnificent Imhotep, who set the standard for pyramid-building * Nefertiti, the renowned beauty * Khufu, the builder of the Great Pyramid * Hatshepsut, a woman pharaoh who defied tradition and called herself "king" * Tutankhamun, whose tomb unveiled fantastic riches * Rameses the Great, the last majestic king of ancient Egypt * Ptahhotep, the great thinker and statesman for King Izezi Ancient Egyptians reveals how Egyptian society was constructed, its religions, burial rituals, architecture, and the history and practices of archaeology that have brought all this information to light.
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Genre/formElectronic books.
LCCN 2001021209
ISBN9780195122213
ISBN0195122216 (Book, Other, Book, Other) Active Record
Standard identifier# 9780195122213
Stock number00020142