A Dictionary of Egyptian Gods and Goddesses

This comprehensive handbook details the major gods and goddesses and presents a broad survey of others, giving a vivid picture of the complexity and richness of the imagery of Egyptian mythology.

Students of archaeology, travelers, visitors to museums and all those interested in mythology will value this comprehensive handbook. It details the major gods and goddesses and presents a broad survey of others, giving a vivid picture of the complexity and richness of the imagery of Egyptian mythology.

From the Back Cover: The gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt continue to fascinate us today - professional and amateur students of archaeology, travelers, museum visitors, as well as all those interested in mythology. Covering the major gods and goddesses and presenting a broad survey of others, this comprehensive dictionary gives a vivid picture of the complexity and richness of the imagery of Egyptian mythology. It will become an essential companion for the visitor to Egypt and for the student.

The dictionary takes into account recent research, and its excellent illustrations represent accurately the gods' attributes, such as sceptres, crowns, and animal form. Invaluable to all those interested in the major deities, their origins and early development, the book will also help to establish the lesser known and foreign gods in a more prominent position.