Eyewitness Pyramid (DK Eyewitness Books)

The most trusted nonfiction series on the market, Eyewitness Books provide an in-depth, comprehensive look at their subjects with a unique integration of words and pictures.

Now reissued with a CD and wall chart! The pyramids at Giza in Egypt have stood for more than 4,500 years, and the amazing feat of their construction is shrouded in mystery. This superb collection of specially commissioned photographs tries to answer some of the riddles about these structures and the people who built them.

Customer Reviews:

Another Great Pyramid Book!

By Lynn Ellingwood "The ESOL Teacher" - November 9, 2004

I love Eyewitness books and this the newest in my collection. The book deals a lot with Ancient Egypt so my students will go nuts over that. It also has some Mayan pyramids and Mayan culture. It is a wonderful book. I love the book and my students will love it too.

Pyramids for young readers

By Steven A. Peterson - November 22, 2008

DK Publishing created the "Eyewitness Books" series for young readers. This volume does a fine job presenting information about pyramids for the stated audience. The writing is pitched appropriately for younger readers. As with all entries in the series, the illustrations and photos are wonderful.

Pyramids from a variety of geographical locations are explored here: from Egypt to Mexico (Mayan and Aztec), as well as more contemporary manifestations. The first entry serves to provide context, by asking "What are pyramids?" The focus here is largely the Egyptian and Sudanese pyramids, although one photo of a Mayan pyramid allows some comparison between Egypt and the Americas. These structures were normally used for tombs of the elite (e.g., the Pharaohs in Egypt) or as temples (in Central America).

The first several sections of the book focus on the Middle East, with special emphasis on Egypt. We see the first pyramid of note, for Pharaoh Djoser about 2680 BC;... read more

Excellent resource book

By P. Scalise "Pop-Up-aphile!" - February 10, 2013

As a 1st grade teacher I need rich, varied, and details pictures to help my students. This Eyewitness book on pyramid is an excellent choice. The book came very quickly and in great condition.