| Author |
Murray, Margaret Alice, 1863-1963 |
| Title |
Ancient Egyptian legends
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| Original Publication |
London: John Murray, 1913, pubdate 1920.
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| Series Title |
Wisdom of the East
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 72.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
The princess and the demon -- The king's dream -- The coming of the great queen -- The book of Thoth -- Osiris -- The scorpions of Isis -- The black pig -- The battles of Horus -- The beer of Heliopolis -- The name of Ra -- The regions of night and thick darkness -- Index of names of gods.
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| Credits |
Al Haines
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| Summary |
"Ancient Egyptian Legends" by Margaret Alice Murray is a collection of mythological tales written in the early 20th century. The book recounts the rich legends of ancient Egyptian gods and their exploits, offering readers an accessible retelling of stories that have captivated scholars and enthusiasts alike. Aimed at a general audience, it presents narratives of legendary figures such as King Rameses, Osiris, and Horus, highlighting their adventures and relationships within a vibrant mythological context. The opening of the work introduces the premise and intentions behind the narratives presented. The author explains her approach to retelling these legends, maintaining the essence of the Egyptian stories while adapting them for English readers. The first story, "The Princess and the Demon," features King Rameses, who is beset with challenges surrounding his newfound love, Queen Neferu-Ra, and her family. As the tale unfolds, it explores themes of love, duty, and supernatural intervention, setting the stage for the epic conflicts and divine interactions that characterize the subsequent stories in the collection. Overall, this introduction promises a rich exploration of Egyptian mythology, inviting the reader into a fascinating world of gods, kings, and enchanted beings. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
BL: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Religion: General, Miscellaneous and Atheism
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| Subject |
Mythology, Egyptian
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| Subject |
Legends -- Egypt
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
74354 |
| Release Date |
Sep 2, 2024 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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