Overview
Discover the Nile valley civilizations — from the riches of the pharaoh's court to the daily life of priests and workers.A detailed look at life in Egypt — from the pharaoh and his courtiers, through the mystical rites of the priests, to the world of the workers in the fields. Featuring stunning items from the tomb of Tutankhamun and jewelry from the royal palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian palaces, Eyewitness Ancient Egypt shows how Egyptian nobles lived. Find out how they prepared for the afterlife and what food, clothes, weapons, and even toys ordinary people enjoyed. See the mummies of priests and kings, fruit that is more than 3,000 years old, the treasures of the pharaohs and the weapons of an Egyptian soldier. Learn why even cats and dogs were mummified, why the pharaohs were buried with boats and statues, why brave Egyptian soldiers had medals in the shape of flies and how the doctors of Egypt healed the sick. Discover what was inside the Great Pyramid at Giza, how Tutankhamun's tomb was found, what games Egyptian children played, what went on in the temples of Ancient Egypt and how hieroglyphics were deciphered. And much, much more!
Synopsis
The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.
DK's classic look at Ancient Egypt, now reissued with a CD and wall chart.
Children's Literature
This dynamic reference brings to life the realm of the mighty pharaohs and the dazzling civilization they developed along the Nile River. Bursting with colorful photographs and illustrations, informative captions and text, interactive questions, puzzles, activities, timelines, maps, and an 8-page foldout, this resource explores various aspects of daily life in ancient Egypt including temples, pyramids, rulers, mummies, hieroglyphics, art, celebrations, fashion, trade, politics, religious beliefs, gods, and the afterlife. Part of the "Nature Company Discoveries Library"