Ancient Egyptian Mythology
Jo Forty
📚 Genre
Non-Fiction - History / Mythology
🏢 Publisher
Barnes & Noble Books
📅 Publication Year
1999
🔢 ISBN
978-0752528771
About This Book
An introductory overview of the myths, gods, and religious beliefs of ancient Egypt. The cover features a white background with prominent black serif typography, a blue-tinted photographic banner showing colossal statues, and a smaller centered image of a sculpted head artifact.
Book Details
Language
English
Pages
128
Edition
Hardcover with Dust Jacket
Series
Standalone title
Target Audience
General Audience
Collector Information
Condition
Good. Minor edge wear and slight yellowing visible along the top of the dust jacket, but overall clean and intact.
Estimated Value
$10-$20
Rarity
Common. Widely printed promotional and remainder-style hardcover edition easily found on the secondhand market.
Historical Significance
Serves as an accessible, popular-level compendium introducing readers to the rich and enduring pantheon of ancient Egyptian civilization.
Collector Notes
Mainly of interest to casual readers and amateur history enthusiasts rather than rare book collectors. Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent dust jacket fading.
Similar Books
Egyptian Mythology: A Guide to the Gods, Goddesses, and Traditions of Ancient Egypt by Geraldine Pinch; The Complete Gods and Goddesses of Ancient Egypt by Richard H. Wilkinson; Mythology: Timeless Tales of Gods and Heroes by Edith Hamilton
Notable Features
Profusely illustrated throughout with color photographs of Egyptian artifacts, reliefs, and monuments.