Written by one of the most remarkable and erudite scholars of the early twentieth century, a man who has not an equal today, this book is a unique and authoritative portrait of one of the greatest men in history. The object of this work, which it admirally achieves, is to present to lovers of the legend and history about Alexander translations of all Ethiopic accounts of that man in English and to include all necessary commentary.
Written by one of the most remarkable and erudite scholars of the early twentieth century, a man who has not an equal today, this book is a unique and...
This important work by this famous Egyptologist on a central theme in Egyptian life is of the utmost significance to those who wish to understand ancient Egypt. The present work deals particularly with religion of the predynastic portion of Egyptian history, as well as cults, theological systems, and religions of the dynastic period.
This important work by this famous Egyptologist on a central theme in Egyptian life is of the utmost significance to those who wish to understand anci...
This encyclopedic work on all aspects of ancient Egypt was specially commisioned by Thomas Cook for their tours of ancient Egypt. Today, it has not been bettered as a general and reliable source for anyone interested in any aspect of Egypt up until the turn of the nineteenth century.
This encyclopedic work on all aspects of ancient Egypt was specially commisioned by Thomas Cook for their tours of ancient Egypt. Today, it has not be...
Noted Egyptologist's careful account of known facts about the reign of Tutankhamen, cults of Amen and Aten, Egyptian monotheism, other topics. Over 50 illustrations and hieroglyphic texts.
Noted Egyptologist's careful account of known facts about the reign of Tutankhamen, cults of Amen and Aten, Egyptian monotheism, other topics. Over 50...
In the ancient world the magicians and priests of Egypt were legendary for their advanced magical powers. This book contains a complete record of the magical workings in ancient Egypt. In large part, there was no separation between religion and their sorcery and magic. The spells, rituals and incantations used were sometimes used on other people but were primarily focused on controlling the gods - who could then bestow a better life upon the people if all went well. Some subjects covered include the oldest known magical practices in Egypt, magical stones or amulets, spells, magical...
In the ancient world the magicians and priests of Egypt were legendary for their advanced magical powers. This book contains a complete record of t...
