Death in Ancient Egypt

History

McDermott, Bridget

Ancient Civilizations

Sutton Publishing

Read and interpret hieroglyphs as you learn about the intriguing world of the Ancient Egyptians. Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs interweaves a clear guide to deciphering this elegant picture language with vivid depictions of its origins and the people themselves. From farmers to pharaohs, uncover the beauty and mystery of the land that was Ancient Egypt.

Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs: How to read the secret language of the Pharaohs

Chartwell Books

For beginners and Egyptologists alike, reading hieroglyphs provides fascinating insights into the land and lore of the pyramids. Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs is the only fully illustrated, easy-to-use guide to the meaning and mystery behind this ancient language. A history of hieroglyphs and instructions for how to read them are complemented by vocabulary lists and photographs of real inscriptions. In each chapter, skill-building exercises weave together with details of Egyptian life. Who could have imagined that the sign for the word "millions" is a lizard because Egypt was once overrun with reptiles? Hieroglyphs literally paint portraits of the ancients, depicting everyone from the pharaoh in his court to the farmer along the flooded Nile. Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs reveals the beauty and hidden marvels of one of the world's most intriguing cultures.

Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs: How to Read the Secret Language of the Pharaohs

Humor & Entertainment

Pop Culture

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Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs

Duncan Baird

The first fully illustrated, practical guide to deciphering hieroglyphs - not merely a language but a gateway to understanding an entire civilization.

Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs: How to Read the Sacred Language of the Pharoahs

Duncan Baird Publishers

The first fully illustrated guide to deciphering hieroglyphs and unravelling the fascinating secrets of the ancient Egyptians. Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs assumes no previous knowledge and no special languages skills. It equips the reader to grasp the basic hieroglyphic alphabet to decode script, magic texts and the names of goods. With unparalleled clarity and by using ingenious learning signposts, including helpful vocabulary panels, the book highlights the most commonly used signs so that their meaning and context can be understood. Decoding this symbolic language is the key to unlocking many of Ancient Egypt's secrets, including fascinating anecdotal information on Egyptian gods, pharaohs, family life and society in general.

Decoding Egyptian Hieroglyphs : How to Read the Sacred Language of the Pharaohs

Arts & Photography

History & Criticism

Déchiffrer les hiéroglyphes (Peuples et cultures) (French Edition)

GRUND

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