Egyptian Pyramids and Mastaba Tombs (Shire Egyptology) (Paperback)
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all these other countries) Usually dispatched within 48 hours | |Short Description for Egyptian Pyramids and Mastaba Tombs Traces the early development of ancient pyramids and tombs, from the Mastaba burial tombs of the first dynasty, to the Great Pyramid of the fourth. Also exploring the lesser-known pyramids of the Old and Middle Kingdoms, this book discusses the construction methods involved and reveals the decorations used to celebrate the afterlife.
Full description- Publisher: SHIRE PUBLICATIONS LTD
- Published: 17 February 2009
- Format: Paperback 64 pages
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- Categories: Ancient History: To C 500 CE | Archaeology By Period / Region
- ISBN 13: 9780852638538 ISBN 10: 0852638531
- Sales rank: 572,110
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Full description for Egyptian Pyramids and Mastaba Tombs
The Egyptian pyramids are iconic images of ancient Egyptian civilisation and mythology. This book traces the early development of ancient pyramids and tombs, from the Mastaba burial tombs of the first dynasty, to the Great Pyramid of the fourth. Also exploring the lesser-known pyramids of the Old and Middle Kingdoms, the author discusses the construction methods involved and reveals the elaborate decorations used to celebrate the afterlife. With photographs of original Egyptian artwork found within these monuments, "Egyptian Pyramids and Mastaba Tombs" provides insight into an ancient Egyptian world that continues to fascinate people to today.
