Reviews by doudouce55

This book, divided in two sections, was compiled during the course of the 1993 exhibition of the same name. It collectively portrays the fruits of knowledge of it. In the first part, the author introduces this fascinating civilization, by explaining its politics, religious beliefs, society, culture and history from the Bronze Age to the Napatan Meroitic Period. The second part contains more than 300 black and white pictures presented at the exhibition.

This is a valuable work for those needing to learn more about Nubia.

Containing essays written by established scholars (O'Connor, Richards, Lustig, Smith, Adams, Wenke and Trigger among others), this book demonstrates the use and importance of anthropology in the field of Egyptology. It provides a wealth of information on past and future relations between the two fields.

Recommended, for all with an interest in either of the fields.

Clearly and thoroughly explained, this book provides an accurate description of Egyptian art from the Early Dynastic Period to the Ptolemaic Period. The author demonstrates the importance and place of art in Ancient Egypt.

Beautiful illustrations from tomb paintings, sculptures, coffins, and many objects accompany the text. A definite must for both students and professionals.

The book consists of 26 chapters, of which four are devoted briefly to Egyptian art from the Old, the Middle and the New Kingdoms. The remaining chapters deal with Mesopotamian, Assyrian, Babylonian, Greek, Etruscan, Roman and Islamic art. The book starts in 3000 BC and ends in 1000 AD. The Egyptian chapters deal with the rules of Egyptian art, the belief in life after death, art of Thebes, Valley of the Kings, Akhenaten and Hatshepsut. A glossary explaining terms used throughout the book (from "acropolis" to "ziggurat") is included.

Clearly presented and well-written, it is an ideal introduction for children ages 9 to 12.

This book utilizes clear and attractive drawings of actual inscriptions displayed in the British Museum to teach their readers how to read Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs. These inscriptions are primarily funerary in origin. The texts covered yield valuable insights into the ordinary and elite lives of the people of Ancient Egypt. What places this book above the others is the many exercises offered to practice and consolidate the learning.

Detailed answers are provided at the back of the book, which is up-to-date, easily understandable, and well-written for all to comprehend the grammar structure and the language.

It is recommended for beginners who truly enjoy the study of the Ancient Egyptian language and hieroglyphs.

The first 2 seasons were good.
Season 3 was just way too long, too boring. The same action all the time. I'm actually wishing for the "Beast" (season 1) to come back, as this "yes-no-yes-no" situation and action are a little annoying and unoriginal to say the least.

It appears that one season is one month of their lives. It's being dragged on way too long.
THREE more seasons announced??? They've just "lost" me. (pun intended)

The author provides a historical overview of Ancient Egypt and the development of Egyptology (by Kircher, Napoleon, Champollion, and Schwaller de Lubicz among many people). The book covers Egyptian religion as well as the major religious and funerary texts. Giza, the pyramids and the Sphinx are discussed as are Saqqara, Memphis, Dahshur, Abusir, Meidum, Akhetaten, Thebes, Abydos, Dendara, Esna, Edfu, Aswan, Abu Simbel and Alexandria.

A section is dedicated to the content of the Cairo Museum. Included are 5 appendices - dynasties and kings; sphinx and pyramid; glossary; bibliography; and travel tips. Both orthodox and unorthodox views are dealt with in this book, whose emphasis is mostly on the art and architecture of Ancient Egypt.

With black and white illustrations, it is recommended for the open-minded reader.

Four specialists - Shafer, Baines, Lesko and Silverman - took the difficult task of explaining the Ancient Egyptians' relation with religion. Through their art, their architecture and their literature, the Ancient Egyptians have left answers to all of their existential questions. Culture is religion; religion is culture : every aspect of life was influenced by the deep beliefs of the people.

This is a very informative book recommended for all students of Egyptology.

This is a coloring book, whose illustrations are based on representations of the Ancient Egyptian people as seen on various temples, paintings and artifacts. Images presented herein show the fashions of Old, Middle and New Kingdoms.

An entertaining booklet for children of all ages.

This clearly written book provides in its first section a historical account of the ancient Egyptian beliefs from the Predynastic Period to the New Kingdom. The author gives a description of the political and religious situation in each period. The cosmogonies, funerary customs, literature and the role of religion are clearly detailed. The last two parts of this work offer excellent primary and secondary bibliographic sources, as well as a list of the most important religious sites in Egypt.

This is an excellent reference for students and experts in the field of Egyptology.