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Ancient Egypt  Cover Image Book Book

Ancient Egypt / author, Justine Willis ; expert consultant, Professor Joann Fletcher ; illustrators, Paula Doherty, Priyal Mote, and Alexandra Wong.

Willis, Justine. (Author).

Summary:

"Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the River Nile to worshiping powerful gods and goddesses, and discover facts such as why cats were seen as sacred and how tombs were protected from robbers and much more."-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780593961667 (hardcover)
  • Physical Description: 160 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
  • Edition: First American edition.
  • Publisher: New York, NY : DK Publishing, 2025.

Content descriptions

General Note:
Includes index.
Subject: Civilization, Ancient > Juvenile literature.
Egypt > Civilization > To 332 B.C. > Juvenile literature.

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  • 0 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.

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Location Call Number / Copy Notes Barcode Shelving Location Status Due Date
Lakeshore Branch J 932.01 Wil 31681030065197 JNONFIC Checked out 07/29/2025

  • Baker & Taylor
    Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the River Nile to worshiping powerful gods and goddesses, and discover facts such as why cats were seen as sacred and how tombs were protected from robbers and much more. Simultaneous eBook. Illustrations.
  • Baker & Taylor
    "Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the River Nile to worshiping powerful gods and goddesses, and discover facts such as why cats were seen as sacred and how tombs were protected from robbers and much more"--
  • Penguin Putnam
    Learn all about ancient Egypt, from everyday life to the afterlife, in this ultimate guide.

    Explore the everyday lives of ancient Egyptians, from farming alongside the mighty River Nile to worshipping powerful gods and goddesses, in this history book for children aged 9-12.

    Discover why cats were seen as sacred animals, how magnificent tombs were protected from robbers, and why the elite of Egyptian society wore wigs. Pore over breathtaking images, incredible artifacts, and unique illustrations, and travel back in time to this incredible civilization.

    Encourage your children to explore:
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    How do you read hieroglyphics? Which Egyptian god made the Sun rise and set? What games did children enjoy playing? Why did both male and female pharaohs wear false beards? Find out in this ultimate guide to ancient Egypt, perfect for children who love history and mythology.

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