Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction

Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction
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Publisher : OUP Oxford
Total Pages : 160
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ISBN-10 : 9780191577796
ISBN-13 : 0191577790
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Book Synopsis Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction by : Geraldine Pinch

Download or read book Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction written by Geraldine Pinch and published by OUP Oxford. This book was released on 2004-04-22 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The complex world of Egyptian myth is clearly illuminated in this fascinating new approach to ancient Egypt. Geraldine Pinch explores the cultural and historical background behind a wide variety of sources and objects, from Cleopatra's Needle and Tutankhamun's golden statue, to a story on papyrus of the gods misbehaving. What did they mean, and how have they been interpreted? The reader is taken on an exciting journey through the distant past, and shown how myths of deities such as Isis and Osiris influenced contemporary culture and have become part of our cultural heritage. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.


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