Explore the history and culture of ancient Egypt in a brand new way as you learn how to decode hieroglyphics, find out how the pyramids were built, read ancient myths and legends, and experience the daily life and culture of everyday Egyptians, their rulers, and their gods and goddesses.

Brand-new and unique computer recreations of ancient monuments and structures, rendered by the author in full color just as they would have looked in their own time, are accompanied by photos of the sites today, original diagrams, maps, timelines, and more. These vibrant images are sure to carry you back to an exotic and fascinating time and place, into a culture that exerts influence and commands respect today.

Going beyond artifacts and ruins—and shunning dry, academic language in favor of dramatic and lively descriptions and stories—Mark Millmore weaves an irresistible spell. His passion for the subject, along with his vast knowledge accumulated over years of travel and study, make this an unparalleled overview for readers of all ages and levels of interest.