Pyramids and Mummies

By Anne Bolton

Book Overview

Welcome to the world of Pharaohs, mummies, and untapped secrets Welcome to ancient Egypt! On the northeast of Africa, divided by the river Nile, lies a majestic land that was once home to powerful kings such as King Tutankhamun and King Ramesses II and extraordinary queens such as Cleopatra In Pyramids and Mummies learn how these magnificent royals lived, read stories about the king of the dead, get a detailed the Great Pyramid, find out about the puzzling mystery behind the Great Sphinx, wonder at real live accounts of King Tutankhamun's curse, and much more! With a pyramid design and an interior that is as packed with surprises as the real thing, Pyramids and Mummies is sure to pique the interest of the explorer in all.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1416958738
• ISBN13: 9781416958734
• Release Date: May 2008
• Publisher: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 12.0" x 0.8" x 14.0"

Customer Reviews

Enjoyed thoroughly good for all ages

Good for all ages. My 9 year old nephew loved it just as much as my 60 year old husband!

Courtesy of Teens Read Too

PYRAMIDS AND MUMMIES is another fun, interactive book for readers of all ages. With information included on the lives of Pharoahs, dressing the dead and creating an actual "mummy," how the pyramids were built, ancient spells and stories, and much, much more, this is one book destined to impress readers who can't get enough about all things Egyptian. Author Anne Bolton has done her homework regarding ancient Egyptian gods and goddesses, including Akhenaten, Nefertiti, and Tutankhamun, whose name means "Living Image of the God Amun." The book even includes information on animal mummies and mummy curses. Kids, regardless of age, will have fun discovering what's in the envelopes included in the book, along with the lift-the-flap interactive information. There's even a game at the end of the book, called "Asps and Ladders," with included game pieces. This would be a great classroom guide for middle school teachers, but it's also just a fun read for those interested in Egyptian history. Reviewed by: Jennifer Wardrip, aka "The Genius"