Hymns Of Ancient Egypt

By Hardwicke D. Rawnsley and Professor Hardwicke D Rawnsley

Book Overview

Hymns of Ancient Egypt is a book written by Hardwicke D. Rawnsley that provides a collection of hymns from the ancient Egyptian civilization. The book includes an introduction that gives an overview of the history and culture of ancient Egypt, as well as an explanation of the importance of hymns in their society. The hymns themselves are translated from the original hieroglyphics and are organized thematically, covering topics such as creation, love, death, and the gods. Each hymn is accompanied by a brief commentary that provides context and interpretation. The book also includes illustrations of ancient Egyptian art and artifacts, as well as a glossary of terms and names. Hymns of Ancient Egypt is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history, religion, and literature of this fascinating civilization.THIS 106 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Notes for the Nile: Together with a Metrical Rendering of the Hymns of Ancient Egypt and of The Precepts of Ptah Hotep, by Hardwicke D. Rawnsley. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766188329.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162909129
• ISBN13: 9781162909127
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 106 Pages
• Weight: 0.43 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"