Eleven retellings of ancient Egyptians' myths about their gods and goddesses. The first tale, "Ra the Shining One," describes the creation of the sun and the formation of the Earth and sky.

Introduces readers to Egyptian mythology. Sidebars provide historical, cultural, and geographic context.

Reveals the truths and teachings that lie behind many of the Egyptian myths, and addresses the question of the role that storytelling played in this diverse society.

Relates the history of the gods and goddesses worshipped by the ancient Egyptians and describes how they were depicted.

Anubis, the ancient Egyptian jackal-headed god of embalming, invites young readers to climb aboard his magic boat for a trip to the Land of the Dead. Readers will meet gods, monsters, and pharaohs, learn the techniques of mummification, and help Ra conquer darkness and bring light to the world at dawn.

When Prince Thutmose visits the Pyramids of Giza, he discovers the head of the Sphinx sticking out of the sand. To his surprise, the Sphinx tells him he will do great things for Egypt. Will the Sphinx's words come true, or is Thutmose simply dreaming?

"It's a battle of the leader of gods versus the god of the sun. The Greek god Zeus controls the skies and can shape shift as he wishes. With his connection to the sun, the Egyptian god Ra provides life, warmth, and growth. If these to gods were to go head-to-head, who would come out on top? Compare and contrast Zeus's and Ra's strengths and weaknesses in this Mythology Matchup"-- Provided by publisher.

Despite their best efforts, Carter and Sade Kane can't seem to keep Apophis, the chaos snake, down. Their only hope: find an ancient spell that might turn the serpent's own shadow into a weapon. The conclusion to the Kane chronicles trilogy.

"Being a twenty-something medical student has its own share of problems, but throw a new, unexpected identity as a superhero powered by an ancient mystic force on top of it? Things get pretty hairy quickly. Egyptian-American Brooklynite Khalid "Kent" Nassor stumbles upon the helmet of Fate, which transforms him into the all-new Doctor Fate! An overwhelmed Kent finds himself tackling a strange set of magical powers, all without an instruction manual....