Egypt: Land of the Pharaohs

Roman emperors, Arab scholars, and early travelers were already drawn to and enchanted by the fascination of the land along the Nile. The pyramids of Giza, the temple-city of Karnak, or the Valley of the Kings with the grave of Tutankhamen even today maintain their extraordinary attraction. This book is a kaleidoscope of the myriad manifestations of ancient Egypt, from architecture, sculpture and painting to everyday life, statecraft, society and religion.