Treasury of Egyptian Mythology

This classic collection of Egyptian myths from National Geographic introduces tales of pharaohs, gods, and legendary creatures to a new generation through lyrical, accessible storytelling and radiant artwork.

The National Geographic Treasury of Egyptian Mythology presents a stunning tableau of Egyptian myths, including tales of pharaohs and queens, the boisterous Sun God Ra, and legendary beings like the Sphinx. Accompanying each story are sidebars providing historical, cultural, and geographic context, along with resource notes and back matter that guide readers to discover even more about ancient Egypt.

Written and illustrated by the award-winning duo of author Donna Jo Napoli and artist Christina Balit, this elegant treasury is a gift for all ages and a timeless classic for children and adults alike.

Complete your National Geographic Treasury collection with these popular titles:
• Treasury of Greek Mythology
• Treasury of Norse Mythology
• Tales from the Arabian Nights
• Treasury of Bible Stories
• Treasury of Magical Tales From Around the World"Napoli brings her literary eye to a yet another ancient tradition. Napoli opens with ebullient prose in her retelling of Creation with a 'wondrous beginning' and 'crystalline start' leading to an Earth that is 'lush' and 'fragrant'… Balit's bold illustrations accompany each tale and feature a diversity of skin tone that reflects the many lands from northeast Africa to the Middle East where the drama unfolds… Sidebars throughout add historical and scientific context to the stories presented while backmatter includes maps, timelines, and brief biographies of the major players. A worthy cultural treasury with appeal to both the faithful and irreligious.” -- Kirkus


.DONNA JO NAPOLI is professor of linguistics at Swarthmore College, mother of five, grandmother of five, and the author of more than 80 books for children and young adults. While her undergraduate major was mathematics and her graduate work was in linguistics, she has a profound love of mythology, folklore, and fairy tales. 


CHRISTINA BALIT is a graduate of the Chelsea School of Art and the Royal College of Art, London. An award-winning dramatist and illustrator, Christina has painted more than 20 children's books, including Blodin and the Beast by Michael Morpurgo, Zoo in the Sky, The Planet Gods, The Lion Bible, National Geographic's Treasury of Greek Mythology, and National Geographic's Treasury Egyptian Mythology. Her author titles include Escape From Pompeii, Atlantis, The Legend of the Lost City, and An Arabian Home. Her plays include Woman With Upturned Skirt, The Sentence, and Needle (winner of the Brave New Role award).