The Thames & Hudson Dictionary of Ancient Egypt (World of Art) - Softcover

'A treasure-trove to students of ancient Egyptian life and a handy introduction for those coming to the study for the first time' - Contemporary Review 'A lively, readable, and awesomely up-to-date work of reference' - Dr John Ray, University of Cambridge 'Full, revealing and efficiently cross-referenced: and the illustrations show just how well Thames & Hudson can do this kind of book' - Northern Earth

The ancient civilization of Egypt offers a dazzling array of kings and dynasties, gods and goddesses, temples and tombs, and this new dictionary provides a handy reference guide through this endlessly fascinating subject. All the major archaeological sites of Egypt and Sudan are described and a unique feature of this unrivalled coverage is a separate entry for every king who ruled Egypt, from its birth as a state to Alexander the Great. From Abgig to Zoser, from aegis to zodiac, this book will appeal to tourists, museum visitors, armchair travellers and serious scholars alike.