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100 1 _aPetrie, W. M. Flinders
_q(William Matthew Flinders),
_d1853-1942
245 1 0 _aEgyptian Tales, Translated from the Papyri: First series, IVth to XIIth dynasty
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2005
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2005-01-01
508 _aProduced by Eric Eldred and David Widger
520 _a"Egyptian Tales, Translated from the Papyri: First Series, IVth to XIIth Dynasty" by W. M. Flinders Petrie is a collection of ancient Egyptian stories written during the late 19th century. This work aims to present some of the oldest known tales in the world to English readers, with a focus on their cultural and historical significance. The stories encompass various themes such as magic, adventure, and social intricacies, showcasing the literary richness of ancient Egyptian civilization. The opening of this collection introduces the context of the tales and sets the stage for the narrative style that follows. It begins with King Khufu calling upon his sons and counselors to recount stories that highlight the deeds of magicians from the past. Khafra, one of his royal sons, initiates this storytelling with a tale about enchantment involving a crocodile and a page, eventually leading to themes of loyalty, deception, and punishment. This blend of fantastical elements with moral lessons establishes a glimpse into the social norms and beliefs of ancient Egypt, while also promising further enchanting tales that explore human and supernatural interactions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aEgyptian literature -- Translations into English
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7386
999 _c49377
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