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An authoritative guide to the Egyptian myths that sheds new light on an ancient way of understanding the worldThis survey of Egyptian mythology explores how the ancient Nile-dwellers explained the world around them. It delves into the creation and evolution of the world and the reigns of the gods on earth, before introducing us to the manifestations of Egypt's deities in the natural environment; the inventive ways in which the Egyptians dealt with the invisible forces all around them; and their beliefs about life after death. Through his engaging narrative, Garry Shaw guides us through the mythic adventures of such famous deities as Osiris, the god murdered by his jealous brother Seth; the magical and sometimes devious Isis, who plotted to gain the power of the sun god Re; and Horus, who defeated his uncle Seth to become king of Egypt. He also introduces us to lesser known myths, such as the rebellions against Re; Geb's quest for Re's magical wig; and the flaying of the...

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Author

Garry J. Shaw

Publisher

Thames et Hudson

Published

2014

Language

EN

ISBN

9780500772010

Category

nonfiction

Subjects

Body Mind & Spirit, Religion, History

Rating

3.95 / 5 (97 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-14