Egyptian Mythology

Egyptian Mythology
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Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Total Pages : 273
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ISBN-10 : 9780195170245
ISBN-13 : 0195170245
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Book Synopsis Egyptian Mythology by : Geraldine Pinch

Download or read book Egyptian Mythology written by Geraldine Pinch and published by Oxford University Press, USA. This book was released on 2004 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Spanning ancient Egyptian culture--from 3200 BC to AD 400--Pinch opens a door to this hidden world and casts light on the nature of myths and how they relate to the evolution of Egyptian culture. She includes a timeline covering the seven stages in the mythical history of Egypt and outlining the major events of each stage. A substantial A to Z section covers the principal themes and concepts of Egyptian mythology as well as the most important deities, demons, and other characters. This is an ideal introduction for students interested in learning about Egyptian myths, and the culture that created them.


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