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The Routledge Dictionary of Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
George Hart
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Description for The Routledge Dictionary of Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
Paperback. Contains comprehensive listings and descriptions of Egyptian deities. This title provides: an introduction; various entries on deities; names of the deities as Hieroglyphs; a survey of gods and goddesses as they appear in classical literature; a chronology and bibliography; and, a map of ancient Egypt and a time chart. Series: Routledge Dictionaries. Num Pages: 192 pages, 78 black & white line drawings. BIC Classification: GBC; HRKP1. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 216 x 136 x 11. Weight in Grams: 258.
The Routledge Dictionary of Egyptian Gods and Goddesses contains one of the most comprehensive listings and descriptions of Egyptian deities. Now in its second edition, it provides:
- a new introduction
- updated entries and four new entries on deities
- names of the deities as Hieroglyphs
- a survey of gods and goddesses as they appear in classical literature
- an expanded chronology and updated bibliography, together with a list of relevant websites
- drawings of the gods and emblems of each district
- a map of ancient Egypt and a time chart
Presenting a vivid picture of the complexity and richness of imagery in Egyptian mythology, students studying Ancient Egypt, travelers, visitors to ... Read more
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Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
192
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Series
Routledge Dictionaries
Condition
New
Weight
254g
Number of Pages
192
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415344951
SKU
V9780415344951
Shipping Time
Usually ships in 4 to 8 working days
Ref
99-7
About George Hart
George Hart was staff lecturer and educator on the Ancient Egyptian collections in the Education Department of the British Museum. He is now a freelance lecturer and writer.
Reviews for The Routledge Dictionary of Egyptian Gods and Goddesses
Praise for the first edition: 'Essential reading for Egyptologists and those with a taste of mythology.' – Western Morning News 'An excellent, easily portable companion for the traveller with an amateur interest in ancient Egyptian religion.' – British Book News 'A useful addition to any well read occult student's library. Its contents cover all the major ... Read more