1999 hardcover with dust jacket and 479 pages in good condition.

The text provides a comprehensive, illustrated account of the fascinating mythology and ancient history of one of the worlds oldest and longest surviving civilisations.

The book is divided into two parts. In Part One, illustrated throughout, the myths and legends of Ancient Egypt are explained against the background of its history from the rise of the great civilisation of the Nile to the Greco-Roman age. The principal gods are dealt with at the various periods in which they were most prominent, while the myths are arranged so as to throw light on the beliefs, manners and customs of this ancient people.

Part Two is a concise and informative dictionary of Egyptology an AZ of the dynasties, rulers, historic sites and archaeological objects of Ancient Egypt.