Publisher's Synopsis
Excerpt from Egyptian Myth and Legend
In this volume the myths and legends of ancient Egypt are embraced in a historical narrative which begins with the rise of the great Nilotic civilization and ends with the graeco-roman Age. The principal s are dealt with chiefly at the various periods in came into prominence, while the legends are so arranged as to throw light on the beliefs and manners and customs of the ancient people. Metrical renderings are given of such of the representative folk songs and poems as can be appreciated at the present day.
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