mythology, egyptian

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

Tells the story of the Egyptian version of the world's creation.

"Describes gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt"--Provided by publisher.

Describes myths of ancient Egypt.

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.

Relates the history of the gods and goddesses worshipped by the ancient Egyptians and describes how they were depicted.

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.