The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. It is something that I have also tried to bring out in my new book, because I think we often look at Ancient Egypt through rose-tinted spectacles: we are wowed by the pyramids and the temples, and we don’t often stop to think about the human misery that accompanied these great civilisations.

This is a good choice for upper KS2, full of mystery and a sure winner for fans of action and adventure. So although there are many general histories of Egypt’s ancient past, Toby Wilkinson explains so much that others can often fail to mention, his detailed yet highly readable text containing some real gems of information. Another great thing about the book, and a reason I think so many people love it, is that it is full of wonderful illustrations.But luckily, her keen observations live on in the form of a lovingly kept journal, full of drawings, photographs, booklets, foldout maps, postcards, and many other intriguing samples. I recommend this book because it sheds light on a fascinating civilization that flourished along the Nile River for over 3,000 years, before fading into history along with its culture and hieroglyphics. NS: Lavishly illustrated with gorgeous colour photographs, Malek presents his selection of Egyptian masterpieces from as early as the mid fourth millennium BC down to the last flickers of Egyptian civilisation in 200 AD. Whether you’re interested in learning about the powerful pharaohs, the Great Pyramids, or the diverse pantheon of deities, this book has something for everyone.

I recommend this book because it offers a unique perspective on Ancient Egypt that delves beyond the commonly known pharaohs and pyramids to shed light on the everyday experiences of the farmers, soldiers, laborers, and families that constituted the majority of the civilization.

Egyptologist Elizabeth Frood recommends books that take us away from the elite context of Egyptian history and focus on the ‘normal’ lives of Egyptians. Not only does it explore the well-known aspects of ancient Egypt, but it also introduces readers to lesser-known details about hieroglyphs, gods, and battles for power.