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The temples of ancient Egypt include the largest and perhaps most splendid religious monuments the world has ever known. This book traces their development from earliest times through their period of glory and ultimate decline to their rediscovery and study in modern times. All of Egypt's surviving temples--from the gargantuan temple of Amun at Karnak to minuscule shrines such as the oasis Oracle of Siwa, where Alexander went to hear himself proclaimed god--are discussed and illustrated with factfiles, photographs, plans, and specially commissioned perspective views. * "Houses of Eternity" considers the historical origin and development of Egyptian temples, describing their role in ancient Egyptian society, their later Christian and Muslim use, and their modern rediscovery. * "Buildings Fit for Gods" looks at how the temples were built, decorated, expanded--and sometimes destroyed. * "Worlds Within Worlds" examines each part of the sacred structures in detail--from the massive pylon towers, colossal statues, and obelisks that fronted many temples to the darkened sanctuaries and mysterious crypts of their inner depths. * "Between Heaven and Earth" discusses the temple's relationship to the pantheon of Egypt's gods, along with the roles and rituals of pharaohs and priests, and the sacred rites and festivals enacted there. * "Temples of Gods and Kings" is the most extensive catalogue of Egyptian temples yet published in one volume and serves as a guide to the ancient sites. The book's format follows the highly successful, visual style of the other volumes in Thames & Hudson's best-selling "Complete" series, creating both an authoritative reference book and an entertaining guide for everyone fascinated by the eternal mysteries of ancient Egypt.

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June 17, 2000
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9780500051009
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Following the format of other "Complete" books in Thames & Hudson's informal series, Wilkinson, director of the University of Arizona's Egyptian Expedition and coauthor of The Complete Valley of the Kings, pulls together a huge amount of data to give a clear and concise look at the development, rise, decline, and excavation of Egyptian temples. His coverage ranges from the earliest predynastic sites to Roman, Christian, and Islamic adaptations of the temples. When theories are in dispute (as they often are), Wilkinson says so and then explains his preference. The illustrations, elevations, plans, and reconstructions make even the most complicated temple plans clear. An indispensable work for a student of Egyptian life or architecture, this unique and excellent resource is essential for large high school and all public, academic, and specialized libraries.DMary Morgan Smith, Northland P.L., Pittsburgh
Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Richard H. Wilkinson is Regents’ Professor of Egyptian Archaeology Emeritus and Founding Director of the Egyptian Expedition at the University of Arizona.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ 0500051003
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thames & Hudson; 1st edition (June 17, 2000)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 256 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 9780500051009
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0500051009
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.56 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 1 x 10.4 inches

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Casey Bair

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Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on June 3, 2022

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This is an informative, if somewhat visually bland compendium of known Egyptian temples, that is worth the look from anyone with an interest in Egyptian history.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on January 31, 2013

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If you love Egypt and studying the history of this wonderful country, you won't be disappointed by this book. The photographs are expertly done and the writing is knowledgeable yet easy to understand. So many facets to this book...there is a list of the major gods of Egypt and their temples, architectural layout of the temples and many more goodies. I had to wait for several months for this book to come back in and so I was thrilled to see it ready to ship. I now have a copy on my lap with my ipad and I wanted to review this book to help someone else make a good decision. By the way, this book has enough detail to interest me yet it's not overwhelming nor is it at all boring. Quite the opposite. Just a really good solid read with beautiful photographs in color and black and white.

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Cathlene

Everything you ever wanted to know about ancient Egyptian tombs

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 18, 2012

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This book is very well organized with good line drawings of the tombs so that you can compare & contrast the various types. The very fine drawings let you follow the development of tombs over time. There is a lot of info here, perhaps too much for the average reader. But you don't have to read it all. Iwould recommend it because it is better to have too many details than not enough.

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For those with poor eyesight. avoid this at all costs.

Not very well organised; lots of information. but not organised satisfactorily.

I couldn't read the book because of the miniscule print and the achromatic shade of the printing. book is just sitting here...the moment I pick it up and attempt to read it, it hurts my eyes. A waste of money.

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Impressive work by Richard H. Wilkinson

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 15, 2017

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This splendid book has fully covered my expectations. It is a solid piece of well documented information that goes beyond the mere description of the temples across history in Egypt. I strongly recommend it to scholars interested in the religious, archaeological and historical aspects of this amazing civilization.

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DWMaas

Lots of details

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on November 5, 2017

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Having visited some of the temples in the past, this book provided additional details of the temples that were not mentioned by the tour guide. A good book to read before you visit Egypt.

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H. B. Baldwin

Not quite complete but close

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on August 3, 2013

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Touted as a Complete listing there are few temples that are not listed tyhat I know of from other sources. Still this book goes into details about these temples that is better than most books. I still recommend it for any Egyptophile.

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Anita Merrick

Excellent

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on December 21, 2013

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Again, the first experience with this book was from my writing teacher's library and I was immediately excited at the description, photos and sketched layouts of the temples, as well as the intensive information regarding their history, etc. I had to have my own copy and again, this is a must for any Egyptian enthusiast's library.

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Dancing Queen

Egyptian Temples

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on March 11, 2013

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This book is just great. Beautifully illustrated and everything in it is well documented and explained . Also easy to navigate and find a particular item. Would highly recommend it not just for academic reasons, but also for people who are interested in ancient Egypt generally and temples in particular.

Walker

An excellent overview of Egyptian Temples

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on December 25, 2013

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I would recommend this book to anyone who is interested in Ancient Egyptian history or who is studying the subject. It contains an excellent and detailed overview of temples throughout Egypt together with informative pictures to accompany the written descriptions.

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David O

I have a few of the "Complete" series and they are all good. Recommended

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 24, 2016

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Not for everyone but this an informative book for anyone interested in ancient Egypt. I have a few of the "Complete" series and they are all good. Recommended.

Abuela

very informative

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on January 13, 2013

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A very informative guide, gives good descriptions for some of the lesser known temples. I am hoping to use this when I return in the spring to chose alternative sites to the main ones at Karnak and Luxor

Richard H.

All you could want about the Temples of Egypt

Reviewed in the United Kingdom 🇬🇧 on April 26, 2017

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All you could want about the Temples of Egypt, with excellent photos and illustrations.

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