Have you ever wished you could read the beautiful hieroglyphic script of ancient Egypt? Now you can with the help of this practical step-by-step guide. It is suitable for beginners or anyone who would like to improve their knowledge of the language and culture of ancient Egypt. Mark Collier and Bill Manley have many years of experience teaching non-specialists, and their approach is tried and tested. From the beginning, you will have the opportunity to encounter authentic texts from ancient monuments. Each chapter introduces a new aspect of the hieroglyphic script of ancient Egypt and encourages you to develop your growing reading skills with practical exercises. The authors focus on a fascinating and satisfying group of monuments – tomb inscriptions, coffins, and tomb scenes. The texts and supporting notes offer an immediate look at topics such as pharaonic administration, family life in ancient Egypt, and ancient Egypt's approaches to death and the afterlife.