books by Aidan Dodson (hieroglyphs egyptology sourcebook)

books by Aidan Dodson

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Egyptian Rock-cut Tombs (Shire Egyptology)

1 review
Aidan Dodson

Shire, 2008

a great little book on the subject
Many people know about the rock tombs of the Valley of the Kings, yet little know that these tombs were the end product of a development which had been ongoing since at least the Old Kingdom. There are tombs where the dead were buried and tomb-chapels, sometimes placed far apart. This book particularly describes the relationship between Deir el-Medina (the workmen's village) and the New ...

After the Pyramids: The Valley of the Kings and Beyond
Aidan Dodson

Rubicon Press, 1999

A chronological overview of the funerary monuments of Egypt, beginning with the last pyramids and ending with the tombs of the Ptolemaic Periods in the Nile Delta. The architecture and decoration of the tombs, along with their contents, are discussed in detail, including the results of more recent excavation in the Valley of the Kings. The discussion is accompanied by numerous photographs of the tombs, their artwork and plans of the funerary ...

Monarchs of the Nile

1 review
Aidan Dodson

Rubicon Press, 1995

compact yet accurate
This book provides a compact chronicle of the most significant Egyptian monarchs from the earliest times to the end of Nektanebo II's reign. The lives and achievements of these rulers (famous or lesser-known kings and queens) are clearly summarized and accurately detailed. Well illustrated in black and white, this book is mostly recommended for students.

The Royal Tombs of Great Britain: An Illustrated History

2 reviews
Aidan Dodson

Duckworth Publishing, 2005

illustrated survey of all of Britain's royal tombs
Surprisingly considering England's attachment to the monarchy, there has been no comprehensive guide to the royal tombs--until this one. Dodson locates all of the known tombs of Britain and Scotland's long line of kings and queens of the varied kingdoms before they were united into the one United Kingdom and after they were when there was a single line of monarchs. With this, he gives notes on ...

The Hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt

1 review
Aidan Dodson

Barnes & Noble, Inc., 2001

History of Egyptian Hieroglyphs
3,500 years ago the hieroglyphs were invented by the Egyptians and were in use until the death of Cleopatra in 30 BC. when the Romans conquered Egypt. This book traces the history and use of hieroglyphs by the Pharoahs as well as a description of the hieroglyphs and translation of the hieroglyphs themselves as they were translated by Champollion the first man to decipher them. There is also a ...

The Tomb in Ancient Egypt

2 reviews
Aidan Dodson, Salima Ikram

Thames & Hudson, 2008

The Tomb in Ancient Egypt
The Tomb in Ancient Egypt is a long awaited companion volume to the authors earlier book Thw Mummy in Ancient Egypt. The authors Salima Ikram and Aidan Dodson both well known and respected scholars have put into one book all the information, background and history of the tombs of Ancient Egypt that one could wish to know. The book will serve the professional and interested lay persond equally ...

Mummy in Ancient Egypt: Equipping the Dead for Eternity

4 reviews
Salima Ikram, Aidan Dodson

Thames & Hudson, 1998

Absolutely wonderful
Those who are interested in Ancient Egyptian mummification practices will find this book fascinating. Each aspect of the funerary practices is described in great depth, following its development through different periods of Egyptian history. It is a very detailed account, with lots of illustrations. Absolutely great analysis of the royal mummies; fascinating photos - which, I admit, might gross ...

Ancient Egypt: Pyramids and Hieroglyphs: Enduring Symbols of a Great Civilization
Aidan Dodson

New Holland Publishers,, 2006

From the opulent splendour of the Pharaohs' tombs to hieroglyphic laundry lists, "Ancient Egypt" is a comprehensive look at two surviving symbols of the Ancient Egyptians' achievements - the pyramids and the hieroglyphs. Each and every royal pyramid in Ancient Egypt is covered, with information on its architecture and construction. A complete history of the hieroglyphs is also given, from the earliest marks on pottery to the last known example, ...

The Complete Royal Families of Ancient Egypt: A Genealogical Sourcebook of the Pharaohs

4 reviews
Aidan Dodson, Dyan Hilton

Thames & Hudson, 2004

Royal Genealogy of Ancient Egypt
This book is the most complete reference of royal genealogy in Ancient Egypt that I have ever come across. I did not expect so much detail about royals who lived thousands of years ago. Each chapter contains - a general description, - an extensive genealogical tree with relationships marked as either certain, highly probable, likely or hypothetical, - a section with short descriptions of all ...

The Hierglyphs of Ancient Egypt
Aidan Dodson

New Holland Publishers Ltd, 2001

This text reveals the truth behind the mystery of the hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt and the civilization that created them. The author traces the origins and development of hieroglyphic writing and explores the varied theories that scholars have expounded in their attempts to explain the script.

The Hieroglyphs of Ancient Egypt
Aidan Dodson

New Holland, 2004

Dozens of exquisite color photographs of ancient sites, artifacts, texts, and wall paintings, as well as focus features, timelines, and chronology, make the history of hieroglyphics come vibrantly alive. In fascinating detail, this authoritative discussion covers the origins of the Egyptian language and its alphabet; three millennia of writing; the mysteries of the hieroglyphs; and the efforts to decipher this most elaborate and beautiful ...