pyramids

Discusses the building, purpose, and mystical associations of the Egyptian pyramids.

Follows the step-by-step process of building an Egyptian pyramid. Features step-cut pages to emphasize the way things get bigger as they grow.

Discusses the design, purpose, and excavation of the pyramids of ancient Egypt, the Egyptians' beliefs about death, how mummies were made, and some legends about the pyramids.

Discusses who built the pyramids, why and how they were built, their cost, and daily life in Egypt.

Text and illustrations depict the construction and uses of the pyramids in ancient Egypt. Also explores how people lived and worked in that time.

Describes the process of building the largest pyramid in Egypt, built for Pharaoh Khufu, and describes the Egyptian's beliefs and customs of burial.

The early Egyptians built pyramids nearly 5,000 years ago.They have lasted longer than any other building on earth.

Presents a photographic introduction to pyramids, explaining what they are, discussing how and when they were built, examining the purpose of pyramids, looking at different pyramids around the world, and profiling some of the objects found in them.

Discusses the famous pyramids of Egypt, how they were built, and how they were involved in the religious beliefs and burial practices of the ancient Egyptians.

An overview of ancient Egypt that covers mummies, pyramids, religion, funerals, and daily life as well as tomb discoveries and raiding. Includes a list of museums and sources for further research.