The Dictionary of Ancient Egypt

The Dictionary of Ancient EgyptIan Shaw & Paul NicholsonIn association with The British MuseumHarry N. Abrams, 1995Hardcover with dust jacketISBN: 0-8109-3225-3

An impressive illustrated reference to the people, places, beliefs, monuments, and everyday life of ancient Egypt, written by Egyptologists Ian Shaw and Paul Nicholson in association with The British Museum.

Arranged as an accessible A-to-Z reference, the book contains approximately 600 entries spanning thousands of years of Egyptian civilization. Topics include pharaohs and royal dynasties, Egyptian gods and mythology, pyramids and temples, archaeological sites, hieroglyphics, burial practices, art, architecture, and important discoveries.

Richly illustrated throughout with photographs, maps, drawings, artifacts, and works of ancient Egyptian art, this is an excellent reference for anyone interested in Egyptology, archaeology, or ancient history.

Edition & Condition

This is the 1995 Harry N. Abrams hardcover edition and appears to remain unopened in its original shrink wrap.

The book presents beautifully. The shrink wrap shows some light storage rubbing and small surface imperfections consistent with age, but the book beneath appears exceptionally well preserved. Please review the photographs carefully for the exact condition.

A particularly attractive copy for an Egyptology collection, reference library, or gift.