The text discusses the unveiling of "The Egyptian Book of the Dead: The Book of Going Forth by Day: The Papyrus of Ani" in its entirety for the first time in 3,300 years. This ancient manuscript, compiled for Ani, a royal scribe of Thebes, contains declarations and spells aimed to assist the deceased in the afterlife. It is considered the most beautiful, well-preserved, and complete example of ancient Egyptian philosophical and religious thought.
The book is described as an artistic representation of life and death, forming a crucial part of the world's spiritual heritage. The new edition presents the papyrus in full color with an integrated English translation below each image. It includes significant improvements to image display, a survey of ancient Egypt's ongoing importance in modern culture, a history of Egyptian translation since the Rosetta Stone discovery, an annotated bibliography, and a study guide for Ancient Egyptian studies.
This revised edition offers the most accessible and lavish presentation of the ancient text, making it a valuable gift for those interested in world history and ancient religions.