{"product_id":"egyptian-mythology-a-travellers-guide-from-aswan-to-alexandria","title":"Egyptian Mythology: A Traveller's Guide from Aswan to Alexandria","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eAn Egyptologist, Garry J. Shaw, takes you on a tour up the Nile to explore the rich mythology of ancient Egypt through fragments of hymns, paintings, spells, and scrolls. He reconnects the myths to the temples and monuments that still stand today, offering a fresh look at the most visited sites in Egypt. The book includes 58 illustrations that bring to life the creation of the world and the nebulous netherworld, the complicated relationships between gods, magicians, and pharaohs, and eternal battles on a cosmic scale. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                                                            \u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardback\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 272 pages\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 14 October 2021\u003cbr\u003e\n                              \u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Thames \u0026amp; Hudson Ltd\u003cbr\u003e\n                          \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperience the captivating tales of ancient Egypt as you embark on a journey up the Nile with renowned Egyptologist Garry J. Shaw. This captivating book delves into the rich mythology of Horus, Isis, Osiris, and their enemies and allies, weaving together stories of vengeance, tragedy, and fantastic metamorphoses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe myths of ancient Egypt have withstood the test of time, leaving fragments of ancient hymns, paintings on tomb walls, spells etched on coffins, and stories scrawled on scrolls as their legacy. Shaw, in his characteristic wit, brings these stories to life, reconnecting them to the temples and monuments that still stand today, offering a fresh perspective on the most visited sites in Egypt.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eShaw's evocative descriptions transport you to the magnificent sites of Dendera, Tell el-Amarna, Edfu, and Thebes, where you will discover the gods and goddesses worshipped, as well as the myths and stories that shaped the rituals and customs of everyday life. Each chapter concludes with a potted history of the site, along with tips for visiting the ruins today.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrations throughout the book bring to life the creation of the world and the nebulous netherworld, the intricate relationships between fickle gods, powerful magicians, and pharaohs, and the eternal battles on a cosmic scale. This book serves as a perfect companion to anyone interested in the myths of Egypt and the gods and goddesses that shaped its ancient landscape.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin Garry J. Shaw on this unforgettable journey through the myths and legends of ancient Egypt, and discover the rich tapestry of this fascinating civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\n                            \u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 620g\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 146 x 225 x 32 (mm)\n                            \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780500252284\n                            \n                          \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garry J. Shaw","offers":[{"title":"Hardback","offer_id":44105222684922,"sku":"9780500252284","price":12.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/74917ea36ed5f0716075d24ac7cc7e75.jpg?v=1635828036","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/egyptian-mythology-a-travellers-guide-from-aswan-to-alexandria","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}