Follow the story of Minemheb, a young Egyption on his path to becoming a scribe.
The son of a farmer in a village on the bank of the Nile more than 3,000 years ago, Minemheb dreams of Thoth, the god of scribes, and discovers his gift for writing the complex and beautiful Egyptian language. Under the god’s protection he learns his craft, survives many adventures, and serves the Pharaoh, while giving young readers of today a fascinating visit to ancient Egypt.
The Scribe Minemheb is the subject of a famous portrait statue in the Cleveland Museum of Art, and pictures of real implements, carvings, and other objects from his time in the museum’s collection accompany the story, with commentary that allows us to experience the culture of the ancient Egyptians.
Penelope D. Buchanan has introduced many children to art from around the world through tours of the museum’s collection. She is also the author of two guides for children: the Museum Sleuth Workbook and Looking Together: Introducing Young Children to the Cleveland Museum of Art.
The Cleveland Museum of Art
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