The Gods of Egypt [Hardcover]

Claude Traunecker (Author), David Lorton (Translator)

Product Details

• Hardcover: 192 pages
• Publisher: Cornell University Press (June 28, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0801438349
• ISBN-13: 978-0801438349
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,931,718 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Exceptional short book by one of the best, June 29, 2003

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I have always considered Traunecker's work to be of the highest quality. He has an insight into the mechanics of ancient Egyptian cosmologies, theologies, and mythologies that is both direct and free of unnecessary random (and rambling) thought. His assessments are clinical but always interesting, and his work on the El Qa'la temple site is NOT to be missed by anyone who can get their hands on IFAO's pub. Be that as it may, this short book packs a scholarly punch. All of Traunecker's hard-earned, on-site assessments of the gods of ancient Egypt -- their cults, qualities, relevance, and destinies -- can be found in rather tidy, enlightening fashion. A must-have quick reference for many of its tidbits...though Dr. Traunecker does contradict at least one or two minor points he previously asserted in some of his published work. Bottom line -- Immortals (and Immortalettes) of Ancient Egypt from one of the best pros in the business! Get it.