Ancient Egypt: Beyond the Pyramids

By Kathleen W. Deady

Imagine building a pyramid that stands more than 400 feet (123 meters) tall. Now imagine building it with stone blocks weighing thousands of pounds and no heavy equipment. The ancient Egyptians accomplished this job and more. Explore what makes ancient Egypt stand out as one of historys greatest civilizations, from its powerful pharaohs to its many inventions.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Capstone Young Readers
• Release date: Aug 1, 2021
• ISBN: 9781663983053

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Great Civilizations: Ancient Egypt by Kathleen W. Deady

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Chapter 1: Secrets Revealed

Chapter 2: The Beginnings of Greatness

Chapter 3: Rise to Power

Chapter 4: Ups and Downs

Chapter 5: Gone but Not Forgotten

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Glossary

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CHAPTER 1

SECRETS REVEALED

In 1922 archaeologist Howard Carter was digging in Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. He was looking for King Tutankhamun’s tomb in this ancient burial ground. He had been looking for the tomb for many years. Carter knew this might be his last chance to find it.

Eventually, Carter and his workers found stone steps that led to