The Thames & Hudson Dictionary of Ancient Egypt

Description

This is the most extensive and up-to-date single-volume dictionary of Ancient Egypt - an indispensable guide to the greatest civilization of the ancient world. 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 in 332BC. All the major pharaohs are here, such as Khufu (Cheops), Akhenaten, Tutankhamun and Ramesses the Great as well as lesser-known kings such as Rudamun and Takelot. There are details of sites, answers to questions, lists of queens and entries on literature, language and medicine. The authoritative text incorporates the latest research and discoveries while superb illustrations portray objects, jewelry, statues, art, architecture and landscapes. The book also includes a king-list and reference section with maps and key site plans. From Abgig to Zoser, from aegis to zodiac, this book will appeal to tourists, museum visitors, travellers and serious scholars alike.

Toby Wilkinson is Fellow of Clare College, Cambridge.Among his previous books are Genesis of the Pharaohs and Lives of the Ancient Egyptians, both published by Thames & Hudson.

'Full, revealing and efficiently cross-referenced: and the illustrations show just how well Thames & Hudson can do this kind of book' - Northern Earth 'A lively, readable, and awesomely up-to-date work of reference' - Dr John Ray, University of Cambridge '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