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The Complete Temples of Ancient Egypt
Richard H. Wilkinson
£18.95
A fully illustrated survey of all Egypt’s temples, covering their secret rites and architectural wonders from early pharaonic times to the Roman period
Overview
The temples of ancient Egypt include the largest and some of the most impressive religious monuments the world has ever known. Mansions of the gods, models of Egypt and of the universe, focal points for worship, great treasure houses and islands of order in a cosmic ocean of chaos – the temples were all these things and more.
Richard Wilkinson traces their development from the earliest times, looking at every aspect of their construction, decoration, symbolism and function. From the Delta to Nubia, all of Egypt’s surviving temples – ranging 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 here.
Product Information
Book Details
Format: Paperback
Size: 25.4 x 19.1 cm
Extent: 256 pp
Illustrations: 535
Publication date: 12 January 2017
ISBN: 9780500283967
Contents List
Introduction • 1. Houses of Eternity • 2. Buildings Fit for Gods • 3. Worlds Within Worlds • 4. Between Heaven and Earth • 5. Temples of Gods and Kings
About the Author
Richard H. Wilkinson is an archaeologist in the field of Egyptology. He is Regents Professor Emeritus at the University of Arizona and founding director of the University of Arizona Egyptian Expedition.
