Secrets of the Pharoahs

by Ian McMahan

Book Overview

Mankind's fascination with Ancient Egypt has never waned in fifty centuries. The magnificent Pyramids, colossal temples and brooding sphinx still awe and enthrall us. Now you can explore all the secrets of one of the world's first and most mysterious civizations. Mankind's fascination with Ancient Egypt has never waned in fifty centuries. Now you can explore all the secrets of the world's first and most mysterious civilization. Ian McMahan surveys all the aspects of Ancient Egypt that have made it so irresistible to historians and enthusiasts for centuries including: the Rosetta Stone, the hieroglyphsics, mummies, the pyramids, and much more. A concise history of Egypt from the rise of civilization on the river Nile through the Old, Middle and New Kingdoms, the book paints a vivid portrait of everyday life throughout those periods. Presenting the most updated information and featuring a Guide to Ancient Egypt on the World Wide Web, SECRETS OF THE PHARAOHS unveils the astonishing history, culture, and customs of a fabled civilization.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0380797208
• ISBN13: 9780380797202
• Release Date: November 1998
• Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.3" x 8.0"

Customer Reviews

readable

Easy,readable, entertaining book on ancient Egyption histoy.

Excellent read for those starting to learn about Egypt

This is a great book for the well read scholar of Egypt or your average young reader looking to develop a deeper understanding of the Egyptian culture. This was the first book I read in my studies of Egypt and it left a taste in my mouth which I needed to satiate. My thanks to the author for a great read on a riveting topic.

A very readable, informative book on Egyptian archeology

McMahan has taken the subject of archeology and brought it to life. It was easily one of the most enjoyable books that I've read this year. He skims through the Egyptian past, shedding light on popular myths and tales. He also discusses the finds, who made the finds, and the background of why discoveries were made as they were. Great book !