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Pyramid Paperback - 1982

by David Macaulay

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"David Macaulay's brilliant Pyramid shows, detail by detail, how the great pharaohs' burial places were conceived and constructed. . . . His draftsmanship is unexcelled, and his book is pharaonic in opulence and design".--Time.

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Through concise text and richly detailed black and white illustrations we come to know the philosophy of life and death in ancient Egypt.

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The construction and use of ancient Egyptian pyramids is beautifully and clearly outlined by David Macaulay, the acclaimed creator of How Things Work.

Pyramid is a strong resource for readers looking to expand their knowledge of ancient Egyptian civilization, history, and architecture.

Award-winning author-illustrator David Macaulay explores the philosophy of life and death in ancient Egypt through richly detailed black-and-white illustrations and clear, concise text.

Though created with middle grade readers in mind, all with interest in the topic will enjoy this impressive look at what many consider to be one of the most awesome of humankind's creations.

New York Times Outstanding Book of the Year * Boston Globe-Horn Book Award * Christopher Award

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  • Title Pyramid
  • Author David Macaulay
  • Binding Paperback
  • Edition Later Printing
  • Pages 80
  • Volumes 1
  • Language ENG
  • Publisher Clarion Books, Boston
  • Publication date 1982-04-26
  • Illustrated Yes
  • Features Glossary, Illustrated
  • ISBN 9780395321218 / 0395321212
  • Weight 0.8 lbs (0.36 kg)
  • Dimensions 11.9 x 8.9 x 0.3 in (30.23 x 22.61 x 0.76 cm)
  • Age range 10 to UP years
  • Grade levels 5 - UP
  • Themes
    • Chronological Period: Ancient (To 499 A.D.)
    • Cultural Region: African
    • Cultural Region: Middle Eastern
    • Religious Orientation: Islamic
    • Religious Orientation: Jewish
    • Topical: Family
    • Topical: Home School
  • Category Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction
  • Library of Congress subjects Pyramids, Pyramids - Egypt - Design and construction
  • Dewey Decimal Code 690.68

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"David Macaulay's brilliant Pyramid shows, detail by detail, how the great pharaohs' burial places were conceived and constructed . . . His draftsmanship is unexcelled, and his book is pharaonic in opulence and design." Time Magazine
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