What Did the Ancient Egyptians Do for Me?

Which glass building in Paris was inspired by the ancient Egyptian pyramids? How did the ancient Egyptians govern? What common pet did they domesticate? How has our modern world been influenced by ancient Egypt in its architecture, calendar, justice systems, beauty treatments, farming, learning and art? Find out in a stimulating guide which compares then to now, linking the past to the present. Full of detailed facts on how things were done in ancient Egypt, which are placed into direct comparison with life in the Western world today, it also includes quality photos and illustrations, key dates, a glossary and index.