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Abydos: Egypt's First Pharaohs and the Cult of Osiris (New Aspects of Antiquity)

Abydos: Egypt's First Pharaohs and the Cult of Osiris (New Aspects of Antiquity)
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â€œOâ€™Connor presents the rich fruits of his long labors in this volume certain to appeal to scholars and Egyptophiles alike.â€â€”KMT
The ancient site of Abydos lies between the towering cliffs of the Egyptian high desert and the lush green floodplain of the Nile. As both the burial place of the first kings of Egypt and a cult center for Osiris, god of the dead, this sacred area has long tantalized archaeologists with incredible finds.

With over forty yearsâ€™ experience of excavation and research at Abydos, David Oâ€™Connor is in an unrivaled position to provide the most authoritative and up-to-date account of this unique Egyptian site. Here, for the first time, Professor Oâ€™Connor not only explains the complex history of Abydos but also vividly evokes the power that the sacred landscape held for contemporary Egyptians. This beautifully illustrated book will be of interest to anyone who has ever wondered about the origins of one of the greatest civilizations in world history. 11 color and 102 black-and-white illustrations
Country USA
Brand Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer Thames and Hudson
Binding Paperback
EANs 9780500289006
ReleaseDate 0000-00-00

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