Who Was King Tut? (Who Was...?)

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Ever since Howard Carter uncovered King Tutankhamun's tomb in 1922, the young pharaoh has become a symbol of the wealth and mystery of ancient Egypt. Now, a two-and-a-half-year-long museum exhibit of Tut's treasures is touring major cities in the U.S., drawing record crowds. This Who Was . . . ? is complete with 100 black-andwhite illustrations and explains the life and times of this ancient Egyptian ruler, covering the story of the tomb's discovery, as well as myths and so-called mummy curses.

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Tut is in Town.......2007-05-07

The Tut exhibit is in town this summer and I wanted to be able to provide some information to my seven year old before we went. This book was absolutely the right amount of information for the 7-10 year old age group. We enjoyed it so much that we have purchased additional books in the series and are racing through those as well. I highly recommend the series as a great introduction to biographies!

You Wouldn't Want to Be Tutankhamen!: A Mummy Who Really Got Meddled With (You Wouldn't Want to...)

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You Wouldn't Want to Be Tutankhamen!: A Mummy Who Really Got Meddled With (You Wouldn't Want to...)
David Stewart
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Egyptian Divinities: The All Who Are THE ONE

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Introduction Into the MONOTHEISM of ALL of Ancient Egypt
Detailed Work
Interesting read, but I need more data.
Gadalla Does It Again
Recommended reading for students of Egyptology

Egyptian Divinities: The All Who Are THE ONE
Moustafa Gadalla
Manufacturer: Tehuti Research Foundation
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ASIN: 1931446040

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The Egyptian concept of God is based on recognizing the multiple attributes of the Divine.

The book details over 80 divinities (gods, goddesses), how they act and interact to maintain the universe, and how they operate in the human being: As Above so Below, and As Below so Above.

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The Egyptian concept of God is based on recognizing the multiple attributes of the Divine. The book details over 80 divinities (gods, goddesses), how they act and interact to maintain the universe, and how they operate in the human being: As Above so Below, and As Below so Above.

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Introduction Into the MONOTHEISM of ALL of Ancient Egypt.......2007-06-27

Western Egyptologists are usually disguising the ancient Egyptian religion as polytheist in order to make Judaism-Christianity appear to be an innovation, unrelated to (Black) Africa. Moustafa Gadalla makes it clear that all neteru (so-called goddesses and gods; the Western "nature" having been derived from that term) were considered to be facets of the very same and only God. In a way, the ancient Egyptian religion is even more monotheist than Western concepts. Even rather pantheist (everything being part of that one God).

The book provides the real Egyptian names of these neteru, next to their Greek-Western corruptions. Beware though, that the former are only approximations, as no vowels were used in the old Egyptian language and about every Egypt/Africacentered book provides other variations. The book provides the information of how these neteru are to be projected metaphorically onto us humans. Also, one or the other expression of every day Western life gets revealed with its ancient Egyptian origin. For example, why we "have guts" or a spine or why cats have nine lives. Intriguing, how much of ancient Egypt is still influencing the global age.

This is an introduction into the Egyptian divinities only. Some of the chosen 80 neteru are covered for a few pages, others are only hastily described, some merely mentioned. I have given 5 stars for this 2001 booklet of some 100 text pages, in contrast to 4 and 3 stars for other ones by Moustafa Gadalla, Egyptian Romany: The Essence of Hispania and Exiled Egyptians: The Heart of Africa, though the latter two reveal more, which is much less revealed by others already and written in a more fascinating manner. However, I do not have to make any necessary subtractions for "Egyptian Divinities" and the latter seems perfect for that what it is.

Detailed Work .......2006-02-15

Gadalla agains goes beyond space and time to bring forth such a well inform book of th NTRU. And has alot of explanation for them in detail while cross referencing thru other historical channels. This book dwelled alot of the Sufi Indians of Egypt who Gadalla expalns still worship and celabrate holiest of Kemet holidays under an Islamic cloak! Such as the festival of the begining of the flooding of the Nile is disguised under a celabration meant for a Islamic hero. A clever way of keeping the traditions. But my whole "big question" with this book is. If people from India are in Egypt now still hoding traditions under masked holidays. Where are the Africans who migrated from the Hapi Valley and spread and populated the rest of Africa. Where are their modern traditions to anicent ways. Yes I know our Indians brothers were apart of Kemet vast empire. But so long describing their customs and how they are still adhering to the anicent way. When its thousand of tribes and people all over Africa that do the same! Why go to JUST India? Because their in the physical anicent place? Ones who study this type of history would know that a large groups of Kemetians move toward the Niger river. And which became the new Nile. Do they still practice the same traditions, as when they were in Kemet? If not what else would they do? and who taught them? These questions he answered about with the Sufi Indians, but what about central Africans? Do they have an interesting story? Historians have always put the migration of original Kemetians OUTSIDE of Africa, like India! But one must realizes when Kemet was on the decline from invaders. These invaders were from the north and east. The Indians came in with them! They were under foregein rule and influence for a long time. Now these brothers are the only or one of the only ones who still practice these ways? That's a stretch, longer and wider than looking at Europe on a map!lol! The key is all fo Africa was influence and hold traditions from Kemet (Anicent Egypt) and he decided to show this in modern Egypt under muslim rule with Indians?!? The easiest way from one point to another is a straight line. This is why I gave this book 3 stars instead of 5. Because all 2 billion African tribes were ignored about holding anicent traditions of Kemet, besides our Indian brothers. -HRU CHA (Divine Kingman)

Interesting read, but I need more data........2004-05-26

I purchased a number of books by Moustafa Gadalla including this one. While I enjoyed reading them, I don't think that the assertions he makes qualify as proof.
As a scientist, Mr. Gadalla should know that the only absolute in science is data you can measure and results you can verify. Everything else is just theory that fits the data. But just because a theory fits the data does not mean that the theory is truth; it just means we have yet to find any conflicting data. All of the data present here, of course, fully supports Mr. Gadalla's theories.
To me, this book contains some intriguiing theories that appear to fit the historical data, but I would like to hear from a professional Egyptologist who might be able to present conflicting evidence before I make a decision.

Gadalla Does It Again.......2002-03-09

A "must" for anyone intriqued by Ancient Egypt -- or anyone not afraid to think out of the box. Gadalla's chiming logic, straightforward language, and demystifying graphics make the ineffable seem obvious. As accessible as it is brilliant. Do your consciousness a favor and read this book.

Recommended reading for students of Egyptology.......2002-02-06

In Egyptian Divinities: The All Who Are The One, historian and Egyptologist Moustafa Gadalla surveys eight Egyptian gods and goddesses to reveal how they interact to maintain the universe and the human being with the context of an antiquarian Egyptian theology. Westerners will find Gadalla's observations on the Egyptian concepts of monotheism and animal symbolism as fascinating and informative as they are insightful and iconoclastic. Egyptian theology was sophisticated and, in fact, an expression of monotheistic mysticism. A meticulously presented, ground breaking work of impeccable and original scholarship, Egyptian Divinities is enthusiastically recommended reading for students of Egyptology, metaphysics, and the history of monotheistic religion.

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King Tut (Kids Who Ruled)
Jackie Gaff
Manufacturer: Peter Bedrick
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ASIN: 1577685555

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The Kids Who Ruled series is a series of biographies of rulers who ruled when they were mere children. The full-color illustrations and factual histories of these very young leaders bring their world and times vividly to life. These lively biographies include information on schooling, family life, culture, and religion during the ruler's reign, and will supplement curriculum-based learning. Educational features include a glossary, index, timeline, and map, as well as fun fact boxes integrated onto each spread. Supplements school curriculum in social studies and history.

Crowned pharaoh of Egypt at the age of nine, Tutankhamen had a promising but short reign. The discovery of the boy king's spectacular tomb has taught the modern world much of what it knows about ancient Egyptian life.

Who Built the Pyramids? (Starting Point History Series)

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Another Quality Book from Usborne

Who Built the Pyramids? (Starting Point History Series)
Jane Chisholm , and Stuart Reid
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Another Quality Book from Usborne.......2000-04-20

In typical Usborne fashion this book covers the building of the Egyptian pyramids with a thourough body of facts and intricate illustrations for children. The reading level is around fourth grade and up but it would be a great read-aloud for second to third graders as well. I also like the fact that, as noted on the back of the book, the paper is made from trees grown in a "sustainable forest" setting a good example for our kids.

World History Biographies: Hatshepsut: The Princess Who Became King (NG World History Biographies)

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Attractive, somewhat shallow book
Egyptian Woman Power for young people

World History Biographies: Hatshepsut: The Princess Who Became King (NG World History Biographies)
Ellen Galford
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ASIN: 0792236459
Release Date: 2005-07-01

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She was the Egyptian girl who became a master politician and a supreme stateswoman. Inheriting her father's throne along with her young stepson, Hatshepsut was soon crowned pharaoh in her own right. This is the startling tale of a woman's rise to power within the patriarchal society of ancient Egypt: Hatshepsut was shrewdly conveyed as a masculine ruler in all public statues and artwork, and donned male dress and a false beard in person. She ruled Egypt for decades, claiming her rightful place in the history of this great civilization.

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Attractive, somewhat shallow book.......2006-08-06

As one might expect for a book published by National Geographic, this has LOTS of gorgeous pictures. It begins with general descriptions of Egyptian life, especially at court, to fill in what Hatshepsut's early life was probably like, then progresses to Hatshepsut as Queen and Pharaoh, and the failed attempts to erase her memory.

For the most part, it is very clearly and carefully written. I found the presentation balanced: the author doesn't fawn on Hatshepsut as a woman outdoing all men (although she was a very successful pharaoh), nor does she become overwrought about a woman seizing the crown (an act which is apparently far more upsetting to modern historians than to her subjects.) The author is careful to point out the many uncertainties of dates and events, without letting it bog down the narrative. There are all sorts of interesting little tidbits of information scattered throughout.

A fairly minor complaint: I find the layout somewhat odd. The timeline running across the bottom of the book doesn't match up to the text. I can see some of the problems that they faced, but they could certainly have done better. I don't know why the sidebar on the excavators was stuck between "Dress at Court" and "Egyptian Education"; it was a little jarring.

A somewhat more serious flaw is that there really isn't too much about her reign. There are a couple pages on the journey to the Land of Punt, one of her triumphs, and a good deal of information about her favorite, Senenmut, but not much else for what was presumably the most active 22 years of her life. For this reason, I wouldn't recommend it to adults who want a brief biography.

The book includes an index, glossary, bibliography and reference to a number of different websites.

Egyptian Woman Power for young people.......2006-07-11

This is a well written review of the history of Hatshepsut, a queen who became pharoah. It is written for young people ages 8-14, a fact I missed when I purchased it. However, I am going to use it as a present for girls in this age range. There is some information about Hatshepsut at the King Tut exhibit now in Chicago. This would be an appropriate book to give to a young person of this age going to the exhibit. Well illustrated!

Jane Chihal

Who Killed King Tut?: Using Modern Forensics to Solve a 3300-Year-Old Mystery

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Fun, fun, fun--but don't be overly credulous
Using Modern Forensics To Solve a 3300-Year-Old Mystery

Who Killed King Tut?: Using Modern Forensics to Solve a 3300-Year-Old Mystery
Michael R. King , Gregory M. Cooper , and Don DeNevi
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The Murder of Tutankhamen
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ASIN: 1591021839

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Perhaps the greatest archaeological find of all time, the 19922 discovery of the Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen's tomb by Howard Carter has stimulated the imagination of many. Untouched for 3,300 years, the ancient tomb, filled with spectacular treasures, raised many questions about the legendary reign of this boy king, especially the circumstances of his premature death sometime in his late teens. Theories about the cause of his untimely demise have included an infected mosquito bite and a bash on the head, either inflicted intentionally or the result of a fatal chariot accident. Without any obvious evidence, Egyptologists have left the question unsettled.

Now two law enforcement specialists in forensics and the psychology of criminal behavior have applied sophisticated crime-solving techniques used in the investigation of contemporary murders to this ancient mystery. With their unique perspectives, detectives Michael R. King and Gregory M. Cooper evaluate evidence that specialists in Egyptology and archaeology have long overlooked. After considering death by natural causes, accident, and suicide, the authors conclude that Tut died at the hands of a murderer.

The detectives' investigation becomes more intriguing as they focus on Tut's inner circle - his wife, Ankhesenamun; his closest advisors, prime minister Ay and treasurer Maya; and the powerful general of the Egyptian army, Horemheb. One by one, Cooper and King eliminate the suspects based on the evidence or probabilities. In conclusion, they draw up a modern affidavit formally charging their suspect with murdering the pharaoh.

For readers who enjoy mysteries, true crime, and history, WHO KILLED KING TUT? is an entertaining and educational read.

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Fun, fun, fun--but don't be overly credulous.......2006-05-13

Who Killed King Tut? What a title! And who hasn't wanted to know? More importantly, who doesn't already have a theory?
The book is a wonderfully entertaining "who dunnit" cum travel documentary; in fact it was originally filmed by a British production company as a feature for the Discovery Channel.

The two super sleuths certainly have impressive credentials, Michael King is State Regional Intelligence Supervisor for the Department of Homeland Security in Utah, and Gregory Cooper his partner in this investigation is Assistant Federal Security Director for Law Enforcement, also a former profiler for the FBI's Criminal Profiling Unit. Given the vita of both individuals, it should come as no surprise that what they add to the much-discussed conundrum of King Tut's demise, is their capacity as profilers.

As the preface by Harold J. Bursztajn (Co-director of the Harvard Medical School Program in Psychiatry and the Law at Massachusetts Mental Health Center) notes, the authors are able to look at the situation as professional homicide investigators. They avoid premature commitment to any theory and instead examine the situation in terms of "risk profile." From low risk to high risk, is the individual likely to have been a victim of murder, suicide, natural causes or accident? And if murder is suspected, who is likely to have been the perpetrator at the victim's risk level? If high risk, it is more likely to be a crime of opportunity by an assailant unknown to the victim; if low risk, it is more likely to be someone known to the victim. The commentator also points out that unlike many historians investigating the case, the authors approach the victim's profile as an evolving situation, looking at a more dynamic profile of risk over the individual's lifetime.

From my own perspective, I found the book a marvelous trip through memory lane. Much of the book is dedicated to the first impressions of the two gentleman with respect to Egypt: it's modern culture, it's impressive monuments, it's exotica. With trips to the various tombs, visits to Khan el Khalili Suq for tea in the city's oldest tea shop, a visit to (probably) the famous Groppy's ice cream parlor for coffee and treats, the smiling children trying to sell you anything they can at exorbitant prices, their demands for "pens," the two authors reminded me of myself when I first visited the country. There is so much to see and experience, your mind goes into overdrive, and you find yourself exhausted beyond belief at the end of every day. For anyone who has not had the experience, this is a good way to enjoy it vicariously, as the men's experiences are very common, and their assessments very astute. I'd read the book before I visited for the first time; it will prepare you for the experience better than any travel book.

For those who enjoy a good "who-dunnit" and have not read anything about the history of pharonic Egypt, you need not worry. Neither of the authors knew anything at all about ancient Egypt prior to this experience. They were, however, very well coached by specialists hired as historical resources for them. They were also motivated enough by their own curiosity and their professional background to do reading beyond the materials they were given. In short, they showed considerable initiative in preparing themselves for the mission. The reader will find that what the two learned in the progress of their study and from the specialists who assisted them is presented in a clear and coherent manner for the reader. The beginner will be more than able to understand some of the political venue and personalities of the 18th dynasty as they are presented.

This said, I will point out that the period is not nearly as clear cut as the authors present it, and if you have a serious interest in the period beyond the "who-dunnit" presented here, I'd look at other volumes written for the general reading public on the topic of ancient Egypt, the 18th dynasty, or some of the famous personalities of the period.

My only real criticism of the book is that the authors are inclined to paint the events in such a way that they may appear to be literally definite and "true" to the reader. Indeed they may well have been, but the period is much more confused than the authors present it. Unfortunately, they are inclined to take their own picture of the venue and it's events as a "given" and draw conclusions that are not always well founded. For one thing, the "crime scene" as they point out was "cold" at the time of the investigation (2002 A. D.) by some "1,224,575 days (p. 48)." In short, stone cold dead by any definition. The actual site of the mishap-or even if there was one-is unknown, so there is no crime scene from which to gather data. The written documentation is sketchy at best, and all of it represents the official position of the central government-and as the authors point out, those in control, who might well have been responsible for the young king's death. In fact, whatever has been documented is not only fragmentary, official, and vague, its intent is suspect. Unfortunately it's anyone's guess as to who that suspicious individual was and of what he was really guilty. None of the individuals present at the time are available to question, and no swore statements were ever obtained at the time.

Just the identity of the main characters and how they were interrelated is not as well known as is presented here. There have been a number of proposals, for instance, as to "who" King Tut was. It may seem simple to the casual reader that he was "king of Egypt," but the professional historian asks "why?" Who WAS King Tut? No one really knows. He comes out of the shadows of history when a successor is required, and assumes the throne after marrying the heiress, Ankhesenamun. One suggestion would make him a son of Amenhotep IV/Akhenaton by a secondary wife. Recently she has been identified as Kiya, it would appear simply because hers is virtually the only name of a secondary wife of Akhenaton that appears in the extant inscriptions. The beautiful Queen Nefertiti dominates almost every scene in the inscriptions, and it is known that she give birth only to daughters, the third of which became Tut's wife, Ankhesenamun.

That Tut was Kiya's son is not necessarily the case, however. Others have proposed that he was the youngest son of Queen Tiy, Akhenaton's mother, the Great Royal Wife of his father Amenhotep III, and therefore a younger full brother. He would therefore be unquestionably in line for succession. The 18th dynasty was plagued, however, with a succession problem throughout much of its long history. The Great Royal Wives of many of its kings gave birth only to daughters and male successors were taken from secondary lines. This was famously the case with Hatshepsut and Thuthmosis III. It was also the possessor of some of the strongest female personalities in Egyptian history, Hatshepsut being one of them. There is a good reason why Smenkhare, an early co-regent and successor of Akhenaton, is believed by some to have been a throne name for Nefertiti (for whom see, Tyldesley's Nefertiti: Egypt's Sun Queen). That this individual is a total mystery beyond his/her name and a mummy purported to have been his/hers, suggests more clearly than anything else from the period that it is a very confused period in Egypt's history.

The relationship of Queen Nefertiti is also up for grabs. It has been suggested that she was a Hittite princess sent to Amenhotep III's court but married instead to Amenhotep IV/Akhenaton. This has always been my belief, based primarily on the fact that Akhesenamun applied to the Hittite King for a prince to take as consort, which if she were descended from a Hittite mother would make her request logically one for a cousin to wed, something not infrequent in the Middle East even today. Others more recently have suggested she was a younger sister of Queen Tiy, whose family was a powerful member of the Nubian aristocracy-and therefore according to these authors, inconsequential (p. 152)!

And who is the much vilified Ay? An upstart? A villain? A murderer? Just where did he come from? Some have suggested he was an important nobleman. He was certainly able; he managed to survive the political ups and downs of three successions, a transfer of power from Thebes to Akhetaton (Armarna) and back to Thebes, and two major religious transformations. If nothing else, he was a survivor of considerable talent. Some have gone so far as to suggest he was a brother of Queen Tiy, also a powerful figure in the dynasty. He apparently showed no signs of having designs on the throne for most of his life, took control during a very problematic time for the dynasty, and left the throne to Horemheb, who left it in turn to another general, Ramses I. All of thus bought Egypt a stable social and political and military world and a smooth transition to dynasty XIX, during a period that was brewing international issues with which Egypt was forced to contend.

Much might be done with mDNA studies, except all of the players have not been identified. Some mummies have been lost, probably destroyed by the opposing ideology, and though we have Queen Tiy's, it has recently been suggested that it isn't her body after all. Furthermore, it would be difficult to say who was related to whom, since there was a great deal of intermarriage between full and half siblings during this dynasty. Almost everyone was related to almost everyone else among the upper ranks of society. With so much confusion, anyone's guess about relationships is as good as anyone elses.

This not only leads to a great deal of confusion among modern historians, it probably also lead to some confusion as to just who had the right to succeed to the throne. As at the end of most of the major dynasties in Egypt, a failure to produce a definite, designated heir-preferably already functioning as a co-regent with the older king-tended to bring about a major free-for-all and a social and political collapse. At the beginning of this period, the New Kingdom, Egypt was recovering from a period of invasion by outsiders, the Hyksos, after just such an indefinite period at the end of the final dynasty of the Middle Kingdom. If guilty of anything, Ay and Horemheb were probably guilty of concern over the collapse of their social order at a very risky point in the history of the 18th dynasty. They had a great deal more to lose by letting things fall apart at Tut's death than just their jobs.

Get the picture? Nothing is as definite as the authors have portrayed it. But it is precisely this lack of definition that makes it such a delightful tale. It has a little of everything: a messianic king who dies mysteriously, a handsome prince who becomes king, a young queen about to be married to an old man, a wicked vizier-(think of Aladdin and his lamp), a brave soldier who saves the kingdom, etc. etc. Who could ask for more?

Using Modern Forensics To Solve a 3300-Year-Old Mystery .......2004-10-10

The collaboration of Michael R. King, Gregory Cooper, Don DeNevi, and Joan Fletcher, Who Killed King Tut?: Using Modern Forensics To Solve a 3300-Year-Old Mystery is a survey of a 3,000 year old mystery and how modern forensics could solve the crime. Two new law enforcement specialists in forensics and the psychological of criminal behavior here use modern crime-solving techniques to add a very different perspective and evidence overlooked by specialists in Egyptology and archaeology. The conclusion: Tut was most likely murdered; the evidence: in Who Killed King Tut?

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An excellent resource
Good reference for the beginner
excellent reference

Who's Who in Ancient Egypt (Who's Who)
Michael Rice
Manufacturer: Routledge
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Chronicle of the Queens of Egypt (Chronicle)

ASIN: 0415154499

Book Description

Meet the great and the famous, from Cleopatra to Tutankhamun, and the not-so-famous like the grave-robber Amenwah, Nakht the gardener and Sebaster the hairdresser.

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An excellent resource.......2002-09-08

This book is an excellent resource for any one serious about studying Egypt. It gives detailed information about every one from the highest pharaoh to the third scribe of the graineries of Amun at Karnak. Each entry is complete with dynasty and occupation as well every other piece of information you could want. The only problem is that it is a resource, and not a great book for beginners or anyone who wants to now how the individuals shaped history. This is not a book you just sit down and read. Its simply biographies, but incredible biographies. It is a must have for anyone who wants to complete their understanding of ancient Egypt.

Good reference for the beginner.......2001-09-03

This is a good at-hand reference for the armchair Egyptologist, or anyone who needs quick, concise information about numerous and important ancient Egyptians. Because some of the entries are very brief, however, it's probably not as useful for an expert in the field.

excellent reference.......2000-06-16

Who are the people behind the world's greatest ancient civilisation is the crucial question which drives this great book. From the most famous to the lowly people, from Egypt's heights of prosperity to its depths of despair, the people behind the names, both in their original and their Greek transliterated form, are revealed in an English language alphabetical order. Many of the museum collections have been examined and elaborated on. The first entry in the book is a scribe, Aakheperkare-senb and the last one is Zoser (aka Djoser Netjerykhet). Although there are no illustrations, it is an excellent and well-written reference, a must for students and scholars.

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Great intro to Ancient Egypt

Who Built the Pyramid?
Meredith Hooper
Manufacturer: Candlewick
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ASIN: 076360786X
Release Date: 2001-10-01

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A truly egalitarian look at how a real pyramid was built.

Who DID build the pyramid? In this innovative nonfiction title, everyone
from the mighty king to the lowly water carrier claims to have built this
massive monument. And whether you’re asking the high priest or the stone mason, each person has a good reason to claim credit for a real pyramid that was built more than four thousand years ago. With lively text and bold illustrations, Meredith Hooper and Robin Heighway-Bury create an unusual, carefully researched look at one of the wonders of ancient Egypt. Meredith Hooper has worked with Egyptologists at the British Museum in London and at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City to create this story—and fact-filled endnotes provide even more fascinating information.

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Great intro to Ancient Egypt.......2003-03-27

I teach preschool age children---for two years I've taught Egypt and read this to them---they LOVE it! The art is bold, so are the characters! Everyone has a right to claim---they built the pyramid. This story invites all sorts of questions from the kids, such as, "why is that mans face like that? Why is that man darker than the others? Why are they wearing diapers?" :)
Which, thrillingly, invites discussion answers, such as, "that man is pulling a huge stone up a ramp. Hes big because its hard work, hes sweaty because its hot in the desert and hes dark from being in the sun all day with hardly any clothes on....etc"
"See the river in the background? Thats the Nile! Remember, the river that flows upwards?"
I also liked the part where they DO mention that you can't fit a piece of paper between each stone block of the pyramid. Another amazing fact that just happens to be in there and contributes to the overall quality.
The story takes a page from each person who might have contributed to the entire construction of a pyramid, from Pharoah down to water carrier. At the end of the book, there are some pictures of what the pyramid and Senwosret the Pharoah looked like. Enjoyable for a variety of childhood ages and levels. The kids really pick up on the theme and are educated at the same time----hey, why aren't there more books like this out there???

The Great Belzoni: The Circus Strongman Who Discovered Egypt's Ancient Treasures (International Library of Historical Studies)

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the great belzoni

The Great Belzoni: The Circus Strongman Who Discovered Egypt's Ancient Treasures (International Library of Historical Studies)
Stanley Mayes
Manufacturer: Tauris Parke Paperbacks
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1860648770

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Eminent historian Stanley Mayes chronicles the truly extra-ordinary life of Giovanni Belzoni: engineer, barber, monk, actor, and strongman in a circus (where he earned his title 'The Great Belzoni'). He is perhaps the most important and yet least-remembered explorer and archaeologist of the last two hundred years. Under near-impossible conditions, Belzoni transported the colossal granite head of Rameses II from Thebes to England, where it remains one of the great treasures of the British Museum. He went on to excavate the great temple of Abu Simbel, discover six major royal tombs in the Valley of the Kings, and provide the British Museum with a spectacular collection of Egyptian antiquities. Belzoni was the first person to penetrate the heart of the second pyramid at Giza, the first European to visit the oasis of Siwah, and the first to discover the ruined city of Berenice on the Red Sea. In 1823, at the age of forty-five, Belzoni died of fever trying to reach the mysterious city of Timbuktu. This treasure of a book tells all of his amazing stories.

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the great belzoni.......2007-02-11

This is an excellent book. It is like taking the trip of a lifetime back to early 19th century Egypt

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