Egyptian Myths & Legends: Tales of Heroes, Gods & Monsters

Gods, Heroes, and Monsters of Ancient Egypt

The mythology of ancient Egypt has fascinated people for thousands of years, offering stories of powerful gods, heroic figures, supernatural creatures, death, rebirth, and the mysteries of the afterlife.

Egyptian Myths & Legends: Tales of Heroes, Gods & Monsters brings these ancient stories together in a beautifully presented collector’s edition. The collection follows the mythology of ancient Egypt from the creation of the world by Ra, the sun god, through the murder of Osiris and the revenge of Horus, while also exploring the Egyptian underworld and beliefs about the afterlife.

Stories From an Ancient World

Egyptian mythology was deeply connected to the Nile and to the natural cycles that shaped everyday life. Floods, harvests, famine, death, and rebirth all played important roles in the Egyptian understanding of the universe.

Among the stories and themes explored in this collection are:

• Ra and the creation of the world
• Osiris and his murder by Set
• Horus and his quest for revenge
• The Egyptian gods and their complex relationships
• The underworld and the Egyptian concept of the afterlife
• Gods and rulers who shaped ancient Egyptian culture
• The traditions and beliefs surrounding one of history’s most fascinating civilizations

Rather than presenting Egyptian mythology as a single, unchanging system, the collection reflects the complex and evolving traditions that developed over thousands of years.

A Beautiful Collector’s Edition

Part of Flame Tree Collector’s Editions, this hardcover is designed as both a reading experience and a collectible. The edition includes a new introduction and a glossary of terms, providing additional context for readers who want to understand the mythology and culture behind the stories.

At approximately 4.5 by 6.5 inches, its compact format also makes it an attractive addition to a mythology collection, bookshelf, or coffee table.

About the Contributors

Joyce Tyldesley, who provides the introduction, is a renowned Egyptologist and Professor of Egyptology at the University of Manchester. She has written extensively about ancient Egypt and is the author of numerous books on Egyptian history and culture.

J. K. Jackson, the editor, is the general editor of Flame Tree’s mythology and legends collections, with editorial work covering traditions from cultures around the world.