A comprehensive and authoritative illustrated guide to the deities that lay at the heart of Ancient Egyptian religion and society. It examines the evolution, worship and eventual decline of a huge pantheon, from minor figures such as Bas, Babi, Ba-Pef and Taweret to the all-powerful Osiris, Amun, Hathor, Isis and Re.
The author considers the differing manifestations, iconography and cult centres of the deities and their fluctuating popularity. He also examines levels of worship, from the king's formal rituals and festivals to popular access and personal piety. The accompanying photographs and drawings depict tomb paintings, temple reliefs, statues and other iconography.
- ISBN13 9780500051207
- Publish Date 19 May 2003
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 22 October 2016
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Thames & Hudson Ltd
- Format Hardcover
- Pages 256
- Language English