Egyptian Tales First Series

Egyptian Tales First Series is a collection of ancient Egyptian stories compiled and translated by renowned archaeologist W.M. Flinders Petrie. The book includes a total of twelve tales, each providing a fascinating glimpse into the lives and beliefs of the ancient Egyptians. The stories range from myths and legends to historical accounts and cover a wide range of topics, including creation myths, the afterlife, and the adventures of famous pharaohs. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers. With its rich cultural and historical content, Egyptian Tales First Series is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient Egypt and its fascinating mythology.And the king's son Hordedef said, ""Thy state is that of one who lives to good old age; for old age is the end of our voyage, the time of embalming, the time of burial. Lie, then, in the sun, free of infirmities, without the babble of dotage: this is the salutation to worthy age. I come from far to call thee, with a message from my father Khufu, the blessed, for thou shalt eat of the best which the king gives, and of the food which those have who follow after him; that he may bring thee in good estate to thy fathers who are in the tomb.""This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.