Helen has also written a number of successful children's books including The Tin Forest and The Dragon Machine , both illustrated by Wayne Anderson. I recommend this book because it will take you on an intriguing journey through the captivating world of Ancient Egypt and the lives of the pharaohs. The book compares modern-day life for children to different aspects of daily life for the Ancient Egyptians, including clothes and hairstyles, education, family life, pets, food and hobbies. This is, to my mind, one of the most original pieces of scholarship on Ancient Egypt published in the last 50 years – and there is a particular connection to me, because the author, Barry Kemp, was my lecturer at university.

Cover variations aside, the stories within are captivating and present a variety of mythological characters such as Amen-Ra and Isis.But we do know that the pyramid workers were well housed and well fed, and they were certainly given rations beyond those that your average worker would have received during the normal working year. This authoritative illustrated dictionary provides clear explanations and descriptions of the important ideas, events and personalities throughout four thousand years of Egyptian civilization. Modern-day schoolboy Seth comes tumbling into their world, dragging himself out of the crocodile-infested river and coming face-to-face with a hyena.

Greece and Rome somehow feel more familiar, whereas Ancient Egypt seems very different, with its animal-headed gods and its tombs; it is something about that combination of antiquity and mystery that is endlessly appealing. NS: The Egyptian Museum in Cairo contains the largest collection of Egyptian antiquities anywhere in the world and only a fraction of its collection is on display. Humorous and stylish without compromising on factual content, this book is a popular choice with reluctant or younger readers. The illustrations are excellent and, given that there aren’t any photos in this book, they provide a detailed view of the objects. Many people would probably recognise him for the way he was shown in Egyptian art; he was shown in a very strange way, with an elongated skull, and of course he subsequently became famous for being Tutankhamun’s dad.Meet some famous mummies from around the world, from Tutankhamun to the 'unlucky mummy', and find out what happened when archaeologists discovered mummies thousands of years after they were buried . Below, I present a curated list of 15 fascinating books that will surely enhance your understanding and appreciation for the captivating world of Ancient Egypt. It covers everything from the history of Egypt to the complex belief system that developed around the Nile’s yearly inundation. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc. Nile Scribes : This introduction to the ancient Egyptian world is simultaneously thorough and concise, and is generously and gorgeously illustrated throughout with an abundance of the author’s photographs taken during her many years of living and working in Egypt.

This atlas traces its turbulent history and remarkable cultural development, from the founding of Memphis around 5000 BC, through the territorial expansion and flourishing trade of the 'age of empire', to Greek domination and ultimate collapse. There is the most beautiful statue of him, perfectly preserved, in the Luxor Museum, and I can stare at it for hours – face to face with one of the greatest pharaohs of them all.The book includes an engaging mix of visual features, including comic strips, maps and full page spreads and also has bonus activities at the end include hieroglyphic codes to crack – a winning combination for reluctant readers and those who enjoy fact-finding in a story. With a stunning gold foiled cover featuring three "jewels" - and with its creation overseen by TGH James, ex keeper of Egyptian Antiquities at the British Museum - Egyptology is Emily Sands' lavish 1926 scrapbook journal of a lost expedition. I recommend this because the Oxford History of Ancient Egypt offers an all-encompassing account of ancient Egypt, spanning a period of 700,000 years from c. Through its sections on Rise of the Pharaohs, Death and the Afterlife, Life in Ancient Egypt, and Fun With Ancient Egypt, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of an incredibly fascinating civilization. On one of its pages, different writing systems from around the world were set out; there was Roman, Arabic and Indian writing.

Even though this book has been around for a while, it really can’t be beaten for the sheer number of easy-to-find, reliable facts complete with a very useful bibliography for each entry (the paperback edition being especially useful when travelling).But luckily, her keen observations live on in the form of a lovingly kept journal, full of drawings, photographs, booklets, foldout maps, postcards, and many other intriguing samples. From the mighty Amun and Re to the humble household figures such as Bes and Tawaret, this book examines every significant deity that shaped Egypt’s rich and complex mythology.