Little Book of Ancient Egypt

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Product details

  • ISBN 9781837996919
  • Weight: 167g
  • Dimensions: 104 x 146mm
  • Publication Date: 09 Oct 2025
  • Publisher: Octopus Publishing Group
  • Publication City/Country: GB
  • Product Form: Paperback
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If you've ever been interested in the rich culture and unique history of Ancient Egypt, dive into this whirlwind tour and discover the highlights of this exceptional civilization

Unlock the secrets of one of history's most fascinating civilizations with The Little Book of Ancient Egypt. This introductory guide takes you on a journey through a land where pyramids rise against the desert sky, pharaohs rule with divine authority and gods and goddesses walk among mortals.

Within these pages you will find:

- A whistle-stop tour of the Ancient Egyptian timeline, from the beginnings of the Dynastic Period to the construction of the Great Pyramid of Giza
- Profiles of some of the most influential figures in politics, art and culture, from Narmer to Hatshepsut to Cleopatra
- An insight into the daily life of an Ancient Egyptian citizen
- The influence of Ancient Egypt on the modern day, from medicine to writing systems to mathematics

And so much more.

In this pocket-sized window into the past, discover the key events, people and trivia you need to know to understand this remarkable period of history.

Tom Sykes is an author, journalist and Associate Professor in Creative Writing and Global Journalism at the University of Portsmouth. He lives with his wife and cat in Southsea, UK and enjoys walking, reading, going to the cinema and cooking - especially spicy food. He is a regular contributor to Private Eye and has written for most UK national newspapers and a number of academic journals around the world. His previous books include The Realm of the Punisher, Imagining Manila and Coast of Teeth. His personal website is tomgsykes.co.uk.