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The stories of the Egyptian pharaohs and their gods beginning with Ra rising from the waters of the Niles to create the gods of earth, sky, and rain. In this retelling of nine tales, Marcia Williams uses her signature comic-strip style to capture the rich mythology and early history of this great civilization.
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Explains the history of Egyptian mythology and how it has evolved over time, and highlights the Egyptian's beliefs in magic and how it was an important part of both nature and their relationship with the gods. Includes color photographs, fact boxes, and additional resources.
13) Egyptian myths
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"Delve into a world of monstrous creatures, magical spells, and warring gods in this thrilling compendium of ancient Egyptian myths. With 20 exciting tales alongside fascinating historical information, this is a must-have introduction for young readers interested in one of the world's great early civilizations. From the creation of the world to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing fascinating...
14) Egyptian myths
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Explores the roles and relationships of the heroes and gods in ancient Egyptian myths and legends.
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Anubis, the ancient Egyptian jackal-headed god of embalming, invites young readers to climb aboard his magic boat for a trip to the Land of the Dead. Readers will meet gods, monsters, and pharaohs, learn the techniques of mummification, and help Ra conquer darkness and bring light to the world at dawn.
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"Why did the ancient Egyptians house their dead pharaohs in magnificent pyramids? Which ancient Egyptian god kept a record of the fate of every man and woman in Egypt? Why were some herds of cows in ancient Egypt considered to be sacred? Find out how the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt shaped the lives and the history of ordinary Egyptian men and women"--Back cover.