We Are the Ancient Egyptians - (We Are The..) by David Long (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Step back in time to Ancient Egypt and meet some of the many people who lived, worked, and played during that time. From a necropolis builder to a tomb robber, a brewer to an embalmer, and a slave girl to the Pharaoh himself - each one will share with you the story of their own daily life. Together, they are the Ancient Egyptians. Featuring 19 different characters from Ancient Egyptian times, as well as an introduction to the Ancient Egyptian world, a key to decoding hieroglyphics and a timeline of key events, this book provides a new angle on a classic subject, bringing the ancient world to life"--

Book Synopsis

It takes all sorts to build a powerful kingdom: farmers, fishermen, slaves, sculptors . . . even pharaohs!

So, listen to our stories and we'll tell you what life was really like in Ancient Egypt. Step back in time and meet a cast of characters who will give you an inside look at their daily lives.

Visit a boatman who carries cargo across the Nile, an embalmer who prepares the bodies of the dead for burial, and a papyrus maker who makes his own paper out of reeds. Featuring a map of Ancient Egypt, a timeline, a guide to writing hieroglyphics, and more, this engaging window into the world of Ancient Egypt breathes new life into ancient history.

Contents:

We are the Ancient Egyptians

I am the Pharaoh

I am a Queen

I am a Naval Commander

I am a Necropolis Builder

I am an Embalmer

I am a Priest

I am a Merchant

I am a Musician

I am a Doctor

I am a Sculptor

I am a Slave

I am a Tomb Robber

I am a Papyrus Maker

I am the Vizier of the South

I am a Brewer

I am a Farmer

I am a Fisherman

I am a Jewelry Maker

I am a Boatman

Would You Like to Be an Ancient Egyptian?

Ancient Egypt

Timeline

Gods & Goddesses

How to Build a Pyramid

Hieroglyphics

Make Your Own Papyrus Paper

Egyptian Food

Glossary

Find Out More

Index

About the Author

David Long is a writer and journalist who has written many adult and children's books on topics such as London, popular science and the environment. His book Survivors (Faber & Faber) won the Blue Peter Book Award 2017.