We're all fascinated by Egyptian myths, from the larger than life exploits of pharaohs and queens, to the boisterous Sun God Ra and legendary creatures like the Sphinx. Writing lyrically but also with a thorough grounding in the culture, Donna Jo Napoli dramatizes the timeless tales of ancient Egypt for readers 8 to 12. The stories are embellished with sidebars that provide historical, cultural, and geographic context, while Christina Balit draws inspiration from traditional Egyptian art to create stylized contemporary illustrations.