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Ancient Egyptian Book of the Dead: Prayers, Incantations, and Other Texts from the Book of the Dead

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Presented in easy-to-remember sections, with this book you’re going to discover the magic of ancient Egypt in this comprehensive translation of the real Egyptian Book of the Dead.

Ancient EgyptianBook of the Dead is a compendium of classic texts by one of the greatest translators and historians of ancient Egypt, in addition to some of the renowned Egyptologists of all time, E.A. Wallis Budge.

In Part I, the use of plain, simple, easy-to-remember language, Budge delves into the history, instructions, motifs, themes, spells, incantations, and charms written for the dead that ancient Egyptians would wish to employ to pass from this world into the next. All over centuries, these “books of the dead man” were frequently found buried alongside mummies and inside tombs, which locals and grave robbers would collect.

In Part II, Budge’s classic translation of the Book of the Dead from the Papyrus of Ani (and others) is presented in its original format and contains the prayers, incantations, and ancient text used to help guide the dead all the way through their journey.

After all, in Part III, a list of Egyptian deities is provided. Illustrated All over with great care, including photos, fine art, and other illustrations, this edition will bring the historic afterlife guide back to life.


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