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  • War & Trade with the Pharaohs

    An Archaeological Study of Ancient Egypt's Foreign Relations

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    "An entertaining and informative romp, from the joys of imported beer to the horror of invasion . . . demonstrates the extent of Egyptian foreign affairs."— Ancient Egypt M agazineThe ancient Egyptians presented themselves as superior to all other people in the world; on temple walls, the pharaoh is shown smiting foreign enemies—people from Nubia, Libya and the Levant or crushing them beneath his ... Read more

    $15.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Egyptian Mythology: A Traveler's Guide from Aswan to Alexandria

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    This unique approach to Egyptian mythology takes readers on a tour up the Nile, stopping at the most famous monuments and vividly retelling the myths connected to each site.Join Egyptologist Garry J. Shaw on an entertaining tour up the Nile, through a beautiful and fascinating landscape populated with a rich mythology: the stories of Horus, Isis, Osiris, and their enemies and allies in tales of ... Read more

    $22.99 CAD

  • The Egyptian Myths

    A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    Series series Myths
    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; ... Read more

    $22.99 CAD

  • The Story of Tutankhamun

    An Intimate Life of the Boy who Became King

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    A lively new biography of Tutankhamun—published for the hundredth anniversary of his tomb’s modern discoveryThe discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 sparked imaginations across the globe. While Howard Carter emptied its treasures, Tut-mania gripped the world—and in many ways, never left. But who was the “boy king,” and what was his life really like?Garry J. Shaw tells the full story of ... Read more

    $28.99 CAD

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    Cryptic

    From Voynich to the Angel Diaries, the Story of the World's Mysterious Manuscripts

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    Narrated by Danny Campbell ...

    Unabridged

    8 hours 48 min

    An absorbing history of Europe's nine most puzzling texts, including the biggest mystery of all: the Voynich ManuscriptBooks can change the world. They can influence, entertain, transport, and enlighten. But across the centuries, authors have disguised their work with codes and ciphers, secret scripts and magical signs. What made these authors decide to keep their writings secret? What were they ... Read more

    $29.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    Egyptian Mythology

    A Traveler's Guide from Aswan to Alexandria

    by Garry J. Shaw ...
    Narrated by Mike Cooper ...

    Unabridged

    9 hours 10 min

    Join Egyptologist Garry J. Shaw on an entertaining tour up the Nile, through a beautiful and fascinating landscape populated with a rich mythology: the stories of Horus, Isis, Osiris, and their enemies and allies in tales of vengeance, tragedy, and fantastic metamorphoses. Shaw retells these stories with his characteristic wit, and reconnects them to the temples and monuments that still stand ... Read more

    $29.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

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    A Lovers Litanies (Unabridged)

    Unabridged

    1 hour 36 min

    In the depths of a forbidden love, a man pours out his heart in a series of passionate and evocative litanies. "A Lover's Litanies" is a raw and intimate exploration of desire, longing, and the ecstasy and agony of a love that defies societal norms. Through lyrical prose and sensual imagery, Eric Mackay captures the intoxicating allure and the bittersweet pain of a love that burns brightly but ... Read more

    $7.99 CAD

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  • Warfare & Weaponry in Dynastic Egypt

    by Rebecca Dean ...
    A comprehensive look at the warfare and weaponry of Ancient Egypt brought to life through experimental archaeology.Defence. Attack. Symbolism. The development of warfare in any society provides an evocative glance into the lives (and deaths) of our predecessors. This is never more the case than with that most enticing of ancient civilisations, Ancient Egypt. Follow Rebecca Dean through the ... Read more

    $17.59 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Ancient Egyptians For Dummies

    Unravel the history behind of one of the most fascinating ancient civilisations with this engaging, entertaining and educational guide to the ancient Egyptians. With a complete rundown of ancient Egyptian history and culture alongside insights in to the everyday lives of the Egyptians, you’ll discover how they kept themselves entertained, the gory details of mummification, the amazing creation of ... Read more

    $14.99 CAD

  • Ancient Egypt

    Series series Ancient Civilizations
    The iconic pyramids and striking hieroglyphics of ancient Egypt are but a limited representation of the resplendent culture that once inhabited the Nile Valley. The ancient Egyptians developed sophisticated societies and belief systems, bestowing the world with plenitudes in the way of intellectual and cultural achievement. The vibrance of the ancient Egyptian life—from the dynasties to the masses ... Read more

    $38.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Ancient Egypt: History in an Hour

    Love history? Know your stuff with History in an Hour.Learn about the Egyptian gods, mummification and how the Egyptians built the only wonder of the ancient world still standing – the Pyramids of Giza.Exploring the historic rise of Egyptian civilizationand its continued influence on the world today, Ancient Egypt in an Hour is an excellent companion to a mysterious and enthralling period of ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD

  • Where Are the Great Pyramids?

    Illustrated by Jerry Hoare ...
    Series series Where Is?
    The Great Pyramids of Egypt--all kids over the age of five recognize them instantly. These massive tombs were built thousands of years ago, and still no one knows exactly how the ancient Egyptians did it! In this informative account, Dorothy and Thomas Hoobler tell the story of the powerful pharaohs who commissioned the pyramids at Giza and offer a fascinating look at the culture of the afterlife ... Read more

    $9.99 CAD