The World of Ancient Egypt: A Daily Life Encyclopedia [2 volumes]: A Daily Life Encyclopedia (Daily Life Encyclopedias)

This absorbing reference covers everyday life in ancient Egypt, spanning a period of more than 5,000 years—from the Stone Age to the advent of Christianity.

• Supports the national standards for world history curricula

• Discusses the everyday lives of average people of all levels and classes

• Includes entries on architecture, tomb painting, gods and goddesses, animal mummification, sculpture, and beer and wine

• Offers topical sections organized thematically to promote more in-depth study of subjects