Below is an easy-to-browse gallery
of books that cater to those who are interested in visiting Egypt or learning
more about its ancient past. The majority of descriptions below are by independent
editors. Feel free to purchase these books directly from Amazon.com!
The
Message of the Sphinx: A Quest for the Hidden Legacy of Mankind :
Is the Sphinx of prehistoric origin? Why was it built? In this provocative, rigorously
argued report, revisionist Egyptologists Hancock (The Fingerprints of the Gods)
and Bauval (The Orion Mystery) join forces to answer these questions and more
as they examine the Sphinx and its relation to the other monuments of the Giza
plateau.
Working from the premise that the Giza complex encodes a message,
they begin with recently discovered geological evidence indicating that the deep
erosion patterns on the flanks of the Sphinx were caused by 1000 years of heavy
rain. Such conditions last existed in Egypt at the end of the last ice age, about
10,000-9,000 B.C., meaning that the Sphinx may be more than 12,000 years old (not
the generally accepted 4500 years)... These daring, well-argued theories will
raise the hackles of orthodox Egyptologists... Copyright 1996 Reed Business Information,
Inc.
The Pyramids and the Sphinx (Egyptian
Treasures S.):
Presenting up-to-date research and all-new photographs and plans, this authoritative
volume provides a fascinating study of the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza,
as well as lesser-known pyramids and tombs from Saqqara to Meidum and Dashur.
Superb photography gives students and armchair archaeologists an unprecedented
opportunity to see, close-up, the remarkable design of grave goods such as jewelry
and furniture, details of painted and carved reliefs, the awe-inspiring architecture
of the pyramids, and the always fascinating statuary...Throughout the book, photographs
and text highlight the artistry and skill that made these pyramids and temples
such precious world treasures.
Beneath the Pyramids: Egypt's
Greatest Secret Uncovered :
Beneath the pyramids of Egypt lies a lost underworld of catacombs, hewn chambers,
and cave tunnels. They are alluded to in ancient texts and Arab legends, but have
been left unexplored until today.
They have now been rediscovered and investigated
for the first time by science and history writer Andrew Collins. What exactly
does this subterranean realm tell us about the pyramids, their relationship to
the stars, and the mythical origins of Egyptian civilization? Lavishly illustrated
with color photos, this is a breathtaking personal journey of exploration and
discovery.
Pyramid Quest: Secrets of the Great Pyramid
and the Dawn of Civilization :
Traditionally, scientists and other scholars have argued that Egyptians constructed
the Great Pyramid in one remarkable burst of activity during the reign of Pharaoh
Khufu (2551—2528 B.C.). Drawing on archeological and scientific scholarship
in their third collaboration, geologist Schoch and writer McNally challenge this
view and conclude that the foundation of the edifice can be traced to the earliest
Egyptian empires, as far back as 7000–5000 B.C.
The Complete Gods and Goddesses of Ancient
Egypt :
Egyptologist Wilkinson presents a clear, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated
(in color and b&w) guide to the bewildering array of Egyptian deities-a complete
catalogue of gods and goddesses supplemented by examinations of the history of
Egyptian religion, the rise and fall of the gods, and the ways in which they were
worshipped...
For each god or goddess, the author discusses its mythology,
iconography and forms of worship. Amun, or Amun-Re, for instance, one of the major
male anthropomorphic gods, is discussed as creator god, solar god and fertility
god, among other roles; he was originally portrayed with the color red; and he
was honored with temples at Karnak and Luxor. This is an excellent reference work
for budding Egyptologists and anyone fascinated by the culture of ancient Egypt.
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
The Egyptian Book of the Dead: The Book
of Going Forth by Day - The Complete Papyrus of Ani Featuring Integrated Text
and Full-Color Images :
This reissue of The Egyptian Book of the Dead, a perennial favorite, features
a newly designed cover. Inside, the legendary 3,500-year-old Papyrus of Ani—the
most beautiful of the ornately illustrated Egyptian funerary scrolls ever discovered—is
restored in its original sequences of text and artwork. Four exquisitely illustrated
gatefold spreads and an acclaimed translation by two noted Egyptologists showcase
the Papyrus's elaborately bordered images and convey its intended sense of motion
and meaning.
Is the Sphinx of prehistoric origin? Why was it built? In this provocative, rigorously
argued report, revisionist Egyptologists Hancock (The Fingerprints of the Gods)
and Bauval (The Orion Mystery) join forces to answer these questions and more
as they examine the Sphinx and its relation to the other monuments of the Giza
plateau. 
Presenting up-to-date research and all-new photographs and plans, this authoritative
volume provides a fascinating study of the Great Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza,
as well as lesser-known pyramids and tombs from Saqqara to Meidum and Dashur.
Superb photography gives students and armchair archaeologists an unprecedented
opportunity to see, close-up, the remarkable design of grave goods such as jewelry
and furniture, details of painted and carved reliefs, the awe-inspiring architecture
of the pyramids, and the always fascinating statuary...Throughout the book, photographs
and text highlight the artistry and skill that made these pyramids and temples
such precious world treasures. 
Beneath the pyramids of Egypt lies a lost underworld of catacombs, hewn chambers,
and cave tunnels. They are alluded to in ancient texts and Arab legends, but have
been left unexplored until today. 
Traditionally, scientists and other scholars have argued that Egyptians constructed
the Great Pyramid in one remarkable burst of activity during the reign of Pharaoh
Khufu (2551—2528 B.C.). Drawing on archeological and scientific scholarship
in their third collaboration, geologist Schoch and writer McNally challenge this
view and conclude that the foundation of the edifice can be traced to the earliest
Egyptian empires, as far back as 7000–5000 B.C.
Egyptologist Wilkinson presents a clear, comprehensive and beautifully illustrated
(in color and b&w) guide to the bewildering array of Egyptian deities-a complete
catalogue of gods and goddesses supplemented by examinations of the history of
Egyptian religion, the rise and fall of the gods, and the ways in which they were
worshipped...
This reissue of The Egyptian Book of the Dead, a perennial favorite, features
a newly designed cover. Inside, the legendary 3,500-year-old Papyrus of Ani—the
most beautiful of the ornately illustrated Egyptian funerary scrolls ever discovered—is
restored in its original sequences of text and artwork. Four exquisitely illustrated
gatefold spreads and an acclaimed translation by two noted Egyptologists showcase
the Papyrus's elaborately bordered images and convey its intended sense of motion
and meaning.
