The Complete Temples of Ancient Egypt

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title The Complete Temples of Ancient Egypt
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Richard H. Wilkinson
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:256
Dimensions(mm): Height 254,Width 191
Category/GenreEgyptian archaeology and Egyptology
ISBN/Barcode 9780500283967
ClassificationsDewey:932
Audience
General
Illustrations 362 Illustrations, black and white; 173 Illustrations, color

Publishing Details

Publisher Thames & Hudson Ltd
Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
Publication Date 12 January 2017
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

The temples of ancient Egypt include the largest and some of the most impressive religious monuments the world has ever known. Mansions of the gods, models of Egypt and of the universe, focal points for worship, great treasure houses and islands of order in a cosmic ocean of chaos - the temples were all these things and more. Richard Wilkinson traces their development from the earliest times, looking at every aspect of their construction, decoration, symbolism and function. From the Delta to Nubia, all of Egypt's surviving temples - ranging from the gargantuan temple of Amun at Karnak, to minuscule shrines such as the oasis Oracle of Siwa, where Alexander went to hear himself proclaimed god - are discussed and illustrated here.

Author Biography

Richard H. Wilkinson is an archaeologist in the field of Egyptology. He is Regents Professor Emeritus at the University of Arizona and founding director of the University of Arizona Egyptian Expedition.

Reviews

Offers an accurate, well-researched, up-to-date description of these structures. The accompanying photos, drawings, and maps allow the reader to enter the time period and experience the customs and practices related to temples.-- "DIG" Gorgeous illustrations and carefully rendered diagrams in neat scale accompany Wilkinson's engaging commentary... Ancient History Encyclopedia recommends this book to anyone interested or with a background in ancient Egypt, architecture, cultural studies, and art history.-- "Ancient History Encyclopedia"