The Sky-Religion in Egypt
The Sky-Religion in Egypt
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USDFirst published in 1938, this volume originated in a series of articles written mainly for the Journal of Egyptian Archaeology between 1925 and 1938. Created with both the Egyptologist and general reader in mind, it provides a highly informative account of religious development in ancient Egypt, and its connection with the need for fertility and rain. The text has a clear factual emphasis, with abundant references, illustrations, and a conspectus of key historical periods. It will be of value to anyone with an interest in ancient Egypt or historiography.
Product details
June 2011Paperback
9780521237512
142 pages
216 × 140 × 8 mm
0.2kg
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Table of Contents
- Preface
- Conspectus of dates
- Abbreviations
- 1. Generalities
- 2. The Sky-Religion in Egypt
- 3. Conclusions
- Appendix: the rise of Rê and Osiris-worship
- Addenda
- Index.
