Ancient Egypt: Life, Myth, and Art by Joann Fletcher.
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DESCRIPTION: Hardback with Dust Jacket: 144 pages. Publisher: Duncan Baird Publishers; (1999). [A very large, expensively produced “coffee table” sized book or presentation quality]. “Ancient Egypt” is a richly illustrated introduction to this extraordinary culture, presenting the art in all its glory, ranging from the breathtaking pyramids and monumental temples to wall paintings, magnificently sculpted statues of kings, queens, and deities, and royal jewelry of exquisite intricacy. The book covers themes that have long preoccupied the popular imagination, including: the enigmas of the pyramids and the Sphinx; the pharaohs, incarnations of the mighty god Horus, son of Isis and Osiris; the religious mysteries of the great temples of Karnak, Luxor and elsewhere; and the secrets of the hieroglyphs, which remained undeciphered for fourteen hundred years. These major themes, and many more, are interpreted visually through iconography, pattern, motif, and symbolism, as well as in terms of their underlying historical and spiritual significance. The perfect addition to any library of art and imagination, “Ancient Egypt” sets new standards in capturing the achievements of a great civilization through the marriage of word and image.
CONDITION: NEW. New hardcover w/dustjacket. Unblemished except VERY slight edge and corner shelfwear to dustjacket. Pages are pristine; clean, crisp, unmarked, unmutilated, tightly bound, unambiguously unread. Condition is entirely consistent with new stock from a open-stock bookstore environment (such as Barnes & Noble or B. Dalton) wherein new books might show minor signs of shelfwear, consequence of simply being shelved and re-shelved. Satisfaction unconditionally guaranteed. In stock, ready to ship. No disappointments, no excuses. PROMPT SHIPPING! HEAVILY PADDED, DAMAGE-FREE PACKAGING!
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REVIEW: Dr. Joann Fletcher is Honorary Research Fellow at York University and consultant Egyptologist at Harrogate Museums and Arts. She specializes in the history of mummification and has studied mummies on site in Egypt, Yemen and South America as well as in museum collections around the world. Recently she led groundbreaking work in Egypt's Valley of the Kings to re-examine three royal mummies, one of which may be that of Nefertiti; news that has attracted international coverage. She has made numerous appearances on television as well as radio, and writes for both The Guardian newspaper and the BBC's History Online website. Her publications include “Egypt's Sun King: Amenhotep III”, “Ancient Egypt: Life, Myth and Art”, “The Oils and Perfumes of Ancient Egypt”, and has contributed sections in several major guide books to Egypt.
REVIEW: This beautifully illustrated probe into Egyptology covers many topics including the importance of the Nile, the role of the gods, fashion and clothing, the pyramids, the secrets of hieroglyphics, and the enigma of the Sphinx, to name a few. Fletcher (freelance Egyptologist and director of the NILE educational organization) interprets themes relevant to ancient Egyptian civilization in the light of iconography, pattern, motif, symbolism, and historical and spiritual significance. Specially commissioned artwork, maps and color photographs showcase the culture against the broad context of the civilization's wisdom, spirituality and mythology. Oversize: 10.5x10.5 inches.
REVIEW: What is it about the distinctive style of Egypt that has fascinated humankind for thousands of years and has influenced the work of generations of artists, architects, fashion and interior designers, and other creative forces? The answer lies not only in the masterworks themselves, but also in the context in which they took shape. The book's compelling, authoritative text explores the allure of this extraordinary culture. Readers can see for themselves in this richly illustrated showcase of Egyptian art in all its glory.
REVIEW: Lavishly illustrated with color photographs. Contents include: Magic and Mysteries; Charms and Amulets; Words of the Gods; The Eye of Horus; Rites and Festivals; The Heavenly Realm; Preparation for the Afterlife; Visions of Paradise; The Sun Kings; The Mighty Goddesses, and much more. With Glossary and Index. Elegant, tight well-bound volume. Really a wonderful read and a visual feast!
REVIEW: This book showcases the art of ancient Egypt in all its glory, from the breathtaking pyramids and monumental temples to vivid wall paintings, magnificently sculpted statues of kings, queens and deities, and royal jewelry of exquisite intricacy. The perfect addition to any library of art and imagination, sets new standards in capturing the achievements of a great civilization through the marriage of word and imagination. Highly recommended!
REVIEW: A richly illustrated introduction to this extraordinary culture. Showcases the art of ancient Egypt including specially commissioned artworks and over 100 photographs, all in full color. Sumptuously presented, deliciously entertaining, intellectually stimulating.
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