This lavishly illustrated encyclopedia describes the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt, from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world's earliest and greatest civilizations. Stunning photographs and detailed reconstructions created a vivid picture of life in Ancient Egypt, while the comprehensive fact finder includes a time chart, who's who, and details of recent archaeological finds. Enter the world of the Egyptians and discover:
How the pyramids were build.
Who discovered the secret of Egyptian writing.
How a woman became a pharaoh.
Why the Egyptians made thousands of cat mummmies.
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