Bibliograph

The secrets of the pharaohs

Type

Label

The secrets of the pharaohs

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

mapsportraitsillustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

The secrets of the pharaohs

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

881386970

Series statement

Enigmas of history

Summary

"An exploration of the questions and mysteries surrounding the pharaohs of Egypt. Features include a map, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on ancient Egypt, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--, Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

The land of the Nile -- The Egypt of the pharaohs -- Symbols of power -- Why were pharaohs mummified? -- Who built the first pyramid? -- Which pharaoh built the greatest of the pyramids? -- The Great Sphinx of Giza -- Did they marry their sisters? -- Akhenaten and Nefertiti -- Decline and recovery -- Who were the black pharaohs? -- Who was Cleopatra? -- Identification of mummies -- Places to see and visit

Target audience

juvenile

Classification