goddesses, egyptian

"From the creation of the world to the first pharaohs, this book charts the full sweep of ancient Egyptian mythology, revealing ... elements of culture and religion along the way"--Provided by publisher.

An introduction to the gods and goddesses that are found in Egyptian mythology.

Profiles fifty gods of Egyptian mythology, discussing their significance and including reproductions of statues, paintings, hieroglyphs, and sacred symbols in which they are represented.

"Goddess of the sky. The mother of mothers. The Eye of Ra. Goddess of beauty. The powerful goddess Hathor had many roles in ancient Egypt. Learn about this Egyptian deity's past as the deadly Sekhmet and how she was reborn as the kind Hathor. Find out where she fits in a family of gods. Explore Hathor's role in ancient Egyptian culture, and see how the goddess's influence appears in popular culture today"--Back cover.

"Isis, Egyptian Goddess of Magic, thinks herself destined for a charmed life as the Goddess-Queen of Egypt. But in one fell swoop she loses her love, her home, even her magical powers. For the sake of Egypt and her infant son, Horus, she has to put this topsy-turvy world aright. Her adventures take her out into the realm of humans, and down into the underworld. How will she reclaim Egypt's throne for Horus, against the will of the evil usurper, Seth? Will she be able to save Egypt from ruin? And where can you find her now?"--Back cover.

An account of the ancient Egyptian stories and myths which the ancient Egyptians told about their gods and goddesses.

A retelling of the myth of Isis and Osiris, an exciting tale of betrayal, love, and revenge. Includes information about the Egyptian gods and background on their story.

A retelling of the Egyptian myths, in which, Prince Neferkaptah searches for a The Book of Thoth, that holds all the secrets of the gods, but once he finds it he gets far more than he expects.

A retelling of the Egyptian myth, in which, Prince Thutmose visits the Pyramids of Giza where he discovers the Great Sphinx who tells of the great things the prince will do for Egypt.

Describes Egyptian gods and goddesses.