Egyptian Myth: A Very Short Introduction
- ISBN-10
- 0192803468
- ISBN-13
- 9780192803467
- Category
- History
- Pages
- 143
- Language
- English
- Published
- 2004-04-22
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press
- Author
- Geraldine Pinch
Description
This text explains the cultural and historical background to the fascinating and complex world of Egyptian myth, with each chapter dealing with a particular theme.
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