Maude Garrett

Ancient Egypt Maude Garrett

The middle kingdom is a short period in egypt's history, but it is important because it was a period of political unity and prosperity. Because of that, it is sometimes referred to as the golden age of egypt. Pharaoh mentuhotep ii united the previously divided egypt and established a new capital in thebes.



Inside this book you will discover; Myths, gods & goddesses - including, ra; god of the sun, seth; god of chaos, osiris; god of death & moreCulture, hieroglyphics & how ancient egypt contributed to societyLove, war, suicide & venom - the cleopatra, caesar & mark antony love triangle (the beginning of the end) Uncovering the secrets of the pyramids - facts, uses & constructionThe greatest pharaohs, characters, kings & queens of ancient egyptCivilizations, empires, legends, battles & history - from the rise to the fallRevealing the mysteries of death, mummification & the afterlife




Hatshepsut showed the world that a female could be a shrewd politician, successful leader and be a fierce warrior. She oversaw an egypt at the height of its power and prestige. She made major expeditions to rich, distant lands as a means of procuring additional wealth and resources for her nation, while maintaining power and command over all the nomes and outlying regions of territory. Respected by her nation and the entire world, she left an incredible legacy behind her.
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