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Illustrated Encyclopedia of The Pyramids, Temples and Tombs of Ancient Egypt / Oakes, Lorna 2001  Book
Oakes, Lorna Book
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Edition 2008
Publication Great Britain, Southwater, 2001.
Description 256pBlack Spine
Summary/Abstract Contains a visually stunning and detailed surveys of all aspects of ancient Egyptian history such as the tombs of the pharaohs of Egypt, their queens and royal officials, tour of the temples built to honour their gods and goddesses and compelling insights into the daily lives and religious practices of the ancient Egyptians.
Contents Introduction : Ancient Egypt in context BURIAL PLACES The rediscovery of ancient Egypt The development of the pyramid complex The pyramids of Giza Memphis and Saqqara The valley of the kings Queens, princes and officials RELIGIOUS CENTRES Temples to the Gods Temples of Hathor Mortuary temples Temples of Nubia The delta and oases Monasteries, mosques and synagogues
Standard Number 9781844752796 Pb.
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Step Into...Mesopotamia / Oakes, Lorna 1998  Book
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Publication USA, Lorenz Books, 1998.
Description 64pWhite Spine
Summary/Abstract An exploration of the land between two rivers, the ancient Mesopotamian civilization. Investigates how the ancient Sumerians, Assyrians and Babylonians developed the art of writing, mathematics and astronomy as a science. Contains 15 step-by-step projects which facilitate the student to live out the ancients' life. Well illustrated.
Contents A land between two rivers Centres of civilizations History makers A legendary king The develoopment of writing Seals and impressions Gods and goddesses Houses for the Gods Sumerian burial Education Music and games Family life A woman's life Farming Science and technology Travel by land and water Banking and trade An important city Running the empire Fighting forces Palace builders Furnishing the palace Marvellous sculptures The lion hunt of the king Kingship Royal libraries and museums Maths. medicine and astronomy Babylonian power Bible links Glossary Index
Standard Number 18596763056 Pb.
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