Egyptian Mythology by Garry J Shaw
A unique approach to Egyptian mythology that takes the reader on a tour up the Nile, stopping at the most famous monuments and vividly retelling the myths connected to each site.
'I absolutely loved reading this book … Shaw has made Egyptian Mythology incredibly digestible, whilst linking it all to present-day Egypt in a unique and entertaining wayAny lover of Egyptian Mythology or travel (or both if you’re like me) needs to get their hands on this book' - @Kell_Read
'Shaw has made this the perfect companion to exploring the sites of Egypt by putting them in context with the myths of Egypt and the gods and goddesses that shaped its ancient landscape. His witty style also makes it easy to read and enjoy. A highly recommended read' - Timeless Travels
'An informative and practical guide to in-person travel … the beautiful presentation and well-researched but succinct approach also makes this a perfect companion for the armchair tourist' - British Museum Magazine
'This ambitious work clearly demonstrates the amazing complexity of Egyptian myth, legend, literature and belief' - Ancient Egypt Magazine
'Will appeal to even the seasoned Egyptophile, and it will be a welcome addition to the library of many armchair travellers' - Minerva
'In this handsome volume – elegantly written and beautifully illustrated throughout – Shaw succeeds in turning the reader into the traveller and engages a wide audience in a wonderous and often strange world' - Antiquity
'Shaw has made this the perfect companion to exploring the sites of Egypt by putting them in context with the myths of Egypt and the gods and goddesses that shaped its ancient landscape. His witty style also makes it easy to read and enjoy. A highly recommended read' - Timeless Travels
'An informative and practical guide to in-person travel … the beautiful presentation and well-researched but succinct approach also makes this a perfect companion for the armchair tourist' - British Museum Magazine
'This ambitious work clearly demonstrates the amazing complexity of Egyptian myth, legend, literature and belief' - Ancient Egypt Magazine
'Will appeal to even the seasoned Egyptophile, and it will be a welcome addition to the library of many armchair travellers' - Minerva
'In this handsome volume – elegantly written and beautifully illustrated throughout – Shaw succeeds in turning the reader into the traveller and engages a wide audience in a wonderous and often strange world' - Antiquity
Garry J. Shaw is an Egyptologist and travel writer who regularly writes for the Art Newspaper and has contributed to Apollo Magazine, History Today, Current World Archaeology and Timeless Travels. He is the author of The Egyptian Myths: A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends, also published by Thames & Hudson.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780500252284 |
| ISBN 10 | 0500252289 |
| Title | Egyptian Mythology |
| Author | Garry J Shaw |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Year published | 2021-10-14 |
| Number of pages | 272 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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