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You wouldn't want to be Cleopatra!

an Egyptian ruler you'd rather not be
2007
Humorous illustrations and facts combine to provide a portrait of what life might be like as Cleopatra in ancient Egypt.

You wouldn't want to be Tutankhamen!

a mummy who really got meddled with
2007
Presents a humorous account of what it might have been like to live in ancient Egypt in the time of Tutankhamen, providing an introduction to the royal family, and discussing religion, childhood, entertainment, mummification, and the discovery of King Tut's tomb.

The countryside

2007
Describes the social and economic structure of country life during the New Kingdom period of ancient Egypt, including the roles of men and women, and what it was like to be a child in a peasant community.

The city

2007
"Describes daily life in the cities of ancient Egypt during the New Kingdom period, from about 1550 BCE to about 1070 BCE, including the roles of women and men and what it was like to be a child in that era"--Provided by publisher.

Egyptian diary

the journal of Nakht
2005
In ancient Egypt, Nakht records his experiences as his family moves from the small town of Esna to the big, exciting city of Memphis, where he studies to be a scribe like his father and helps discover who has been robbing graves. Includes information on ancient Egyptian society and religious practices.

Secrets of the pyramids

a maze adventure
2002
In helping a twelve-year-old boy to search for his father by solving a maze puzzle, the reader encounters information about how and why pyramids were constructed in ancient Egypt.

Technology of ancient Egypt

2004
Presents a children's book on the technology of ancient Egypt including information on the pyramids, invention of clocks, Egyptian calendar, writing, weapons, and advances in medicine.

Home life in ancient Egypt

2004
Examines aspects of domestic life in ancient Egypt, discussing types of houses, families, education, food, religion, personal hygiene, and the role of women in the home.

Land and resources of ancient Egypt

2004
Examines the geography of ancient Egypt, discusses the importance of the Nile River for farming, fishing, raising animals, and other aspects of life, and looks at the protection provided to Egypt because of its location.

Curse of the pharaohs

my adventures with mummies
2004
Zahi A. Hawass, currently in charge of the Supreme Council of Antiquities in Egypt, tells true stories of archaeology and Egypt's treasures.

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