Angela McDonald Knihy

64 pages : 22 cm

The Egyptians believed that the creator god Ptah brought the world into being by naming everything in it. Names had great power, and kings often over-wrote their own names on the monuments of earlier rulers. This is an illustrated guide to reading, writing and understanding ancient Egyptian names, epithets, titles and phrases.

Engaging with pivotal moments in history, this collection features visually striking titles that combine artifact analysis with vivid reconstructions of significant events and everyday life. Designed for Key Stage 2 students, these dynamic and fast-paced narratives aim to make history accessible and exciting, offering a captivating exploration of the past.

Lernen Sie schreiben wie die alten Ägypter: In wenigen Minuten schon können Sie Menschen, Häuser, Tiere und Götter benennen, sich begrüßen verabschieden, beglückwünschen und - falls nötig - beschimpfen.