| Description |
63 pages : color illustrations, color map ; 28 cm. |
| Series |
Early peoples |
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Early peoples.
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| Note |
Includes index. |
| Contents |
Who were the ancient Egyptians? -- Where did the ancient Egyptians live? -- The origins of the ancient Egyptians and their early history -- The Middle Kingdom around 1975 B.C. to 1640 B.C. -- The New Kingdom around 1539 B.C. to 1070 B.C. -- The rulers -- The state officials -- Priests and priestesses -- Soldiers and warfare -- Artisans and craftworkers -- Farmers -- Servants and slaves -- Beliefs, Gods, and Goddesses -- Mummies and the afterlife -- Mummies and the afterlife -- Pyramid tombs -- Temples -- Language and writing -- Painting and sculpture -- Family life -- Shelter and clothing -- Food and drink -- Children and education -- Music, games, and festivals -- Trade and transportation -- Decline and Civil War -- Greek and Roman rule -- The ancient Egyptian legacy. |
| Summary |
"A discussion of the early Egyptians, including who the people were, where they lived, the rise of civilization, social structure, religion, art and architecture, science and technology, daily life, entertainment and sports. Features include timelines, fact boxes, glossary, list of recommended reading and web sites, and index"--Provided by publisher. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7.9 3.0 134216. |
| Subject |
Egypt -- Civilization -- To 332 B.C. -- Juvenile literature.
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Egypt -- Social life and customs -- To 332 B.C. -- Juvenile literature.
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| Added Author |
World Book, Inc.
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| ISBN |
9780716621294 |
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0716621290 |
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