The Cat of Bubastes
A Tale of Ancient Egypt
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- $6.99
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- $6.99
Publisher Description
Chebron, the young son of an Egyptian high priest, and Amuba, a young slave in the boy's household, are close friends; but their lives are greatly altered when Chebron accidentally kills a cat, an animal held sacred by the ancient Egyptians. Forced to flee for their safety, the boys and their companions begin a long and dangerous journey. A thrilling adventure story, this is also a tale packed with historical facts. Among other fascinating details, young readers learn about the Egyptian religion and geography, how the Nile was used for irrigation, and how the Egyptians made war and were prepared for burial. A captivating book that accurately describes life in a once magnificent civilization, this volume will especially appeal to youngsters fascinated by the life and customs of ancient Egypt.
Customer Reviews
A great story
A great story, but it could have been written a lot better. There needs to be a movie
Awesome!
This is definitely a long read for a childrens book, I would put it at the 7th-9th grade level. This book is filled with a lot of information about ancient Egyptian culture through the eyes of a young boy who is not Egyptian. It seems to definitely drag on at times but overall there is a lot of great stuff in here!