The Building of the Great Pyramid

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SERIES: Historical Graphic Novels - The Story Of... A fantastic range of graphic novels which offer less-able RELUCTANT READERS an accessible and engaging way to read about great historical events and famous figures from history. ? Graphic novel-style text incorporating primary source quotations and excerpts from famous speeches. ? Dramatic, vibrant artwork. ? Non-fiction features include: timelines, maps, glossary, contents and index. BOOK: The Building of the Great Pyramid In this book the story behind the building of one of the wonders of the world is brought to life. Follow the reign of Pharaoh Cheops from his early days preparing to be pharaoh, through the years of building this most famous monolith, to his eventual death and incarceration in his fantastic tomb. In separate strands, read about the lives of an Egyptian farmer who is drafted in to work on the building of the pyramid, a stonemason and the pyramid's architect. Find out how the pyramid was built and what everyday life was like for the builders and craftsmen working on the site. An absorbing and information-packed look at life for both the rich and poor in ancient Egypt.