egyptian mythology

Presents the myths of the ancient Egyptians and a glimpse of the civilization that created them.

Describes some of the main gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt, including how they looked, the role they played in Egyptian life, and how they were worshipped.

Recounts the religious beliefs of ancient Egypt, discussing various gods and goddesses and their attributes.

Retells the Egyptian myth, in which, Isis, Horus, and seven giant scorpions, created by the god Thoth to protect them, flee from Set's palace and when they ask for help from a rich women she refuses them.

Examines the ancient civilizations and peoples of Egyptian mythology, to explore and study their religious beliefs and myths.

Some of ancient Egypt's most vivid and powerful religious myths are accompanied by photographed works of art and architecture, which further illuminate the religious symbolism and magical beliefs of the ancient Egyptians.

Explores the mythology of ancient Egypt, discussing how each person, aided by individual gods and goddesses, had a duty to help keep the powers of evil from taking over the world.

Alternates discussion of Egyptian mythology with sections on aspects of Egyptian civilization--including burial ceremonies, life on the Nile, food, and the role of animals.

Takes the reader on a tour of Egyptian mythology, beginning with powerful Ra rising from the waters of the Nile to create the gods of earth, sky, and rain through the curse of King Tut's tomb and the rise of Cleopatra, with Rami, Ra's beloved cat, highlighting Egypt's many cultural and technological advances along the way.