Wear to cover edges and corners. Some creasing on front cover. No marks in text.. Additional Details ------------------------------ Product description: This lavishly illustrated encyclopedia describes the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt, from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile, to its transformation into one of the world's earliest and greatest civilizations. Stunning photographs and detailed reconstructions create a vivid picture of life in Ancient Egypt, while the comprehensive factfinder includes a time chart, who's who, and details of recent archaeological finds. Enter the world of the Egyptians and discover:

*How the pyramids were built
*Who discovered the secret of Egyptian writing
*How a woman became pharaoh
*Why the Egyptians made thousands of cat mummies

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