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The Egyptian Myths: A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends by Garry J Shaw
In an excellent condition. No creasing to the dust jacket. See photos for more details.
The Egyptian Myths - Garry J Shaw
Hardback - Very Good Condition
£1.50
THE PERFECT INTRODUCTION FOR THE MODERN READER TO THE WORLD OF ANCIENT EGYPTIAN MYTH AND LEGEND
The first deities – Amun-Re, king of the gods, Ptah, divine craftsman, and Atum, Lord of Totality – and how they created the world • Legends of rebellion against the sun god and Geb’s search for the magical wig of Re • The murder of Osiris and Horus’ triumph over Seth • Powerful goddesses, such as Isis, Maat, Mut and Neith • Ghost stories, and the demonic denizens of the afterlife realm, such as Ammit, devourer of souls • The weighing of the heart during Osiris judgment • Informative sections on the post-pharaonic influence of Egyptian myths – Numerous illustrations from ancient sources
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| Weight | 417 g |
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| Dimensions | 20.2 × 13.7 × 3.1 cm |
| Condition | |
| Format | Hardback |
| Writer | Garry J Shaw |
