Gifts of the Nile, Liverpool Museum

by Piotr Bienkowski & Angela Tooley (London 1995)

This catalogue of the Egyptian antiquities in the Liverpool Museum is an ideal basic guide to the arts and crafts of ancient Egypt. An introductory section discusses the legacy, the land and a brief history of ancient Egypt. 161 illustrations in full color cover a range of archaeological finds from splendid sarcophagi, mummies and glowing jewels to humbler objects such as baskets, sandals and toys. Also discussions of writing, crafts, the arts of death, Christian Egypt and the kingdom of Meroe. Includes a comprehensive glossary. Easy reading.

New. Softcover with 130 pages. $14.00

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