The Star-Bearer: A Creation Myth from Ancient Egypt

by Dianne Hofmeyr

Book Overview

In the beginning, nothing moves in the inky silence... until the golden godchild Atum gradually unfolds from a lotus bud. From him come the gods of the air and rain and their children ? Geb, god of... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0374371814
• ISBN13: 9780374371814
• Release Date: March 2001
• Publisher: Farrar Straus Giroux
• Length: 1 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 11.0" x 8.8"
• Age Range: 4 years and up
• Grade Range: Preschool and higher

Customer Reviews

The gods of ancient Egypt

"The Star-Bearer: A Creation Myth from Ancient Egypt," by Dianne Hofmeyr and Jude Daly, is a visually stunning book. The text tells the story of the ancient deities of Egypt: Atum, the creator; Shu, the god of air; Nut, the goddess of the sky; and others. The text is accompanied by colorful, elegant illustrations that capture an epic feel. This is a good book for parents and teachers who are interested in introducing children to the creation myths of different cultures.