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Garry J. Shaw Books

    Garry J Shaw's work delves into the mysteries of ancient Egypt, drawing on a deep well of knowledge from his studies in archaeology and Egyptology. His experiences living and teaching in Egypt lend his writing a profound authenticity and expertise. Through his narratives, Shaw brings the captivating world of this ancient civilization—its myths, daily life, and enduring legacy—to vivid life for the reader. He expertly bridges academic insight with compelling storytelling, making the past accessible and enthralling.

    War and Trade with the Pharaohs
    The Pharaoh
    Royal Authority in Egypt's Eighteenth Dynasty
    The Egyptian Myths
    Egyptian Mythology
    The Story of Tutankhamun

    • Egyptian Mythology

      • 256 pages
      • 9 hours of reading
      4.1(120)Add rating

      A unique approach to Egyptian mythology that takes the reader on a tour up the Nile, stopping at the most famous monuments and vividly retelling the myths connected to each site.

      Egyptian Mythology

    • The Egyptian Myths

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading
      3.9(627)Add rating

      A guide to Egyptian mythology that explores how the ancient Nile-dwellers explained the world around them. It delves into the origins of life, the creation and evolution of the world, and the reigns of the gods on earth, before introducing us to the manifestations of Egypts deities in the natural environment.

      The Egyptian Myths

    • Royal Authority in Egypt's Eighteenth Dynasty

      • 154 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      Focusing on the king's authority during the 18th Dynasty, this study examines his influence in appointing officials, issuing commands, and military leadership. It scrutinizes evidence from the reign of Ahmose to Amenhotep III, analyzing the terminology associated with each sphere. The work delves into the complexities of distinguishing between ideological representations and actual practices of governance. Through various chapters, it presents and critiques the collected evidence, ultimately addressing the challenges in forming an accurate historical understanding of royal power.

      Royal Authority in Egypt's Eighteenth Dynasty

    • The Pharaoh

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Conveys the full experience of what it was actually like to be pharaoh one of the most powerful rulers of the ancient world. This title covers various aspects of the realities of pharaohs life, from mornings waking in the palace to evenings spent banqueting, with all his duties and activities in between.

      The Pharaoh

    • War and Trade with the Pharaohs

      • 232 pages
      • 9 hours of reading

      Over-turns the common myth that Egypt dominated the world as a superior and unique nation. An informative, academic, personal and accessible piece of writing.

      War and Trade with the Pharaohs

    • Götter am Nil

      Ägyptische Mythologie für Einsteiger

      3.7(9)Add rating

      'Die meisten Bücher über Mythologisches stellen ihren Stoff als altertümliche Geschichten vor und damit Schluss. Dieser Autor aber liefert uns den Hintergrund zu den Mythen und erklärt anschließend, wie sie sich in jeden Aspekt der Existenz eines ganz normalen Ägypters einfügten, von der Wiege bis zur Bahre - und darüber hinaus. Abbildungen, Diagramme und Zeichnungen ergeben in Verbindung mit vielen überaus packenden Zitaten aus Papyrustexten ein Bild der dynamischen Kräfte, welche die Götter darstellten, und zeigen uns, wie ihre Lebensgeschichten sich in den verschiedenen Mythen abspielten.' Minerva Magazine online, Lindsay Fulcher

      Götter am Nil