Ancient Egypt (Crash Course Series) (Paperback)

~ (Author), Bessie Blum (Author)

Product Details

• Paperback: 191 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series (April 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764100548
• ISBN-13: 978-0764100543
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 4.6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,922,133 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A concise introduction to Egyptian Culture and Religion, July 25, 2000

By	D. Sinclair - See all my reviews

This pocket book would be my first recommendation to an interested archeological layperson who has an interest in, but no prior knowledge of, ancient Egyptian society, art, history and religion. Reading this introduction will prepare you for a more in-depth study of ncient Egypt, its people and Gods.

6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good Book, April 21, 2000

By A Customer

I thought that this book gave alot of imformation in limited amount of time.I love Egypt and have always been fascinated by it and this book covers everything from womens rites to the story of Osiris.A great read for a student or fanatic.

2.0 out of 5 stars Poorly Written, April 10, 2009

By	a customer - See all my reviews

Another reviewer said it's "hard to follow" and I agree. This is the book's biggest downfall. It's a shame too because the author seems pretty knowledgeable, but is decidedly a bad writer and communicator. This is one you might want to have around for reference. It has a lot of pictures and illustrations and the size is comfortable. I found a hardcover edition at my local library and it seems to have the same ISBN as the softcover listed here at Amazon.