{"product_id":"egyptian-myths-folklore-and-legends-ancient-stories-from-the-land-of-the-nile-9798250146807","title":"Egyptian Myths, Folklore, and Legends: Ancient Stories from the Land of the Nile","description":"\u003cp\u003e • Author(s): Andrew Williams\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e • BISAC: Fairy Tales, Folk Tales, Legends \u0026amp; Mythology\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep into the sacred world of gods, pharaohs, magic, and the eternal Nile.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eEgyptian Myths, Folklore, and Legends: Ancient Stories from the Land of the Nile\u003c\/i\u003e, Andrew Williams brings to life the powerful stories that shaped one of history's most fascinating civilizations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the first sunrise over the primeval waters to the weighing of the heart in the Duat, this immersive guide explores the myths that defined creation, kingship, magic, and the afterlife in Ancient Egypt.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInside this captivating volume, you will discover: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e- The competing creation stories of Heliopolis, Memphis, and Hermopolis\u003cbr\u003e- The dramatic saga of Osiris, Isis, Horus, and Set\u003cbr\u003e- The daily solar journey of Ra and his battle against chaos\u003cbr\u003e- The meaning of Ma'at and Isfet order versus disorder\u003cbr\u003e- The mysteries of the Duat, the Book of the Dead, and the Field of Reeds\u003cbr\u003e- Folk tales like \u003ci\u003eThe Shipwrecked Sailor\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Tale of Sinuhe\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Two Brothers\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- The evolution of Egyptian religion through Greek and Roman influence\u003cbr\u003e- How ancient myths continue to influence modern culture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMore than a collection of stories, this book reveals how mythology shaped Egyptian law, architecture, kingship, ritual practice, and daily life. Through temples, tomb inscriptions, magical spells, and literary papyri, you'll see how myth functioned as both sacred truth and practical guidance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether you're fascinated by ancient civilizations, comparative mythology, folklore traditions, or the spiritual symbolism of the Nile, this book offers a rich and accessible journey through 3,000 years of belief and storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDiscover the myths that sustained an empire - and still captivate the modern world.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Independently Published","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":47568775872663,"sku":"9798250146807","price":1017.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0666\/3471\/1191\/files\/9798250146807.webp?v=1774870747","url":"https:\/\/atlanticbooks.com\/products\/egyptian-myths-folklore-and-legends-ancient-stories-from-the-land-of-the-nile-9798250146807","provider":"Atlantic Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}