The Egyptian Book of the dead

Raymond Faulkner, Ogden Goelet, Carol Andrews, James Wasserman

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The Egyptian Book of the dead

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Book of Going Forth by Day

by Raymond Faulkner, Ogden Goelet, Carol Andrews, James Wasserman

Reading Level 4-5 9LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Did you know a 3,500-year-old scroll holds secrets about life after death? This beautifully illustrated Egyptian Book of the Dead reveals powerful spells and mystical stories that helped guide souls through the afterlife. It's like stepping into an ancient adventure where every picture and word has a magical purpose.

Themes

Ancient EgyptMysticismPhilosophyHistorySpirituality

Quick Assessment

This edition of the Egyptian Book of the Dead presents a richly illustrated and carefully translated version of an ancient funerary scroll dating back over three millennia. Aimed at middle-grade readers, it introduces themes of ancient Egyptian culture, incantations, and beliefs about the afterlife in an accessible way. The content is suitable for ages 9-12, with no intense or graphic material, and offers educational value in history, mythology, and spirituality.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

175 pages
ISBN
9780811807678
Pages
175
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
1994
Type
Nonfiction

Genres

Subjects

Incantations, EgyptianFuture LifeEgyptian IncantationsLivre Des MortsReligionJenseitsglaubeIncantationsManuscriptsBook of the Dead