Temples of Ancient Egypt by Byron E Shafer
Five distinguished scholars here summarize the state of current knowledge about ancient Egyptian temples and the rituals associated with their use. The first volume in English to survey the major types of Egyptian temples from the Old Kingdom to the...
Perceptive interpretations and refreshing new evaluations are the hallmarks of Temples of Ancient EgyptThis book should be essential reading for anyone eager to study current views on Egyptian religion.-Egyptian Archaeology If one cares about ancient Egyptian culture or if one is studying architecture, religion, or language, Temples of Ancient Egypt will be interesting.-Choice This is an exciting book to read. The contributors are all scholars who have reached the peak of their interpretive and analytical powers; who know their material very well, and at first hand; and who have interesting, sometimes rather novel, ideas to communicate. Shafer's introductory essay is well researched and useful. Temples of Ancient Egypt is a valuable and important book.-David O'Connor, New York University
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| ISBN 13 | 9780801433993 |
| ISBN 10 | 0801433991 |
| Title | Temples of Ancient Egypt |
| Author | Byron E Shafer |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Cornell University Press |
| Year published | 1997-12-23 |
| Number of pages | 352 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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