Ancient Egypt
1 primary work • 5 total works
Book 9
Examines the history, people, city-states, government, social structure, home and school life, clothing, meals, sports and games, religion, and daily activities of ancient Greece.
Using a strong storyline and rich historical sources, the family life of ancient Egyptian people is examined in this book. It explains how the ancient Egyptians grew up, married, worshipped and earned a living. It includes what they learned about and where they lived.
This book is all about the great building works of the industrious ancient Egyptians. It will explain how the pyramid design evolved from early step pyramids culminating in the Great Pyramid at Giza, the largest manmade structure on earth, and one of the wonders of the ancient world. Why were these great structures built and what techniques were used to build them? Explore the ruins of Egyptian temples, and discover the treasures found in their tombs to accompany the dead on their journey to the afterlife.
Using a strong storyline and rich historical sources, the family life of ancient Egyptian people is examined in this book. It explains how the ancient Egyptians grew their food, how they prepared and cooked and served it, and the great feasts and festivals in their calendar.
How did the pharaohs come to be so powerful? Why were they worshipped as gods in their own lifetimes? Who were the best and worst rulers of ancient Egypt? What was daily life like in the court of the pharaoh? Where did they live? How did they grow up, study, eat, marry and die? All these questions are answered in this fascinating look at the all-powerful kings of ancient Egypt.