Tutankhamen
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: No dust jacket - paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner.
A landmark work in Egyptology, Tutankhamen presents a comprehensive account of the life, reign, and extraordinary afterlife of one of ancient Egypt's most famous pharaohs. The book chronicles the remarkable discovery of Tutankhamun's nearly intact tomb by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon in 1922, an event that captivated the entire world and transformed our understanding of the New Kingdom period. With scholarly authority and vivid detail, it details the breathtaking treasures unearthed from the tomb — from the golden death mask to ceremonial chariots — while placing them in their rich historical and cultural context. The narrative also uncovers the political intrigue of Tutankhamun's brief reign during the turbulent Amarna period, and the religious upheaval that followed Akhenaten's radical reforms. A compelling blend of archaeology, history, and biography, this volume remains an essential read for anyone fascinated by the ancient world.
Author: C. Desroches-Noblecourt
Format: Paperback
Genre: Ancient history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Jacket: No dust jacket - paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner.
A landmark work in Egyptology, Tutankhamen presents a comprehensive account of the life, reign, and extraordinary afterlife of one of ancient Egypt's most famous pharaohs. The book chronicles the remarkable discovery of Tutankhamun's nearly intact tomb by Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon in 1922, an event that captivated the entire world and transformed our understanding of the New Kingdom period. With scholarly authority and vivid detail, it details the breathtaking treasures unearthed from the tomb — from the golden death mask to ceremonial chariots — while placing them in their rich historical and cultural context. The narrative also uncovers the political intrigue of Tutankhamun's brief reign during the turbulent Amarna period, and the religious upheaval that followed Akhenaten's radical reforms. A compelling blend of archaeology, history, and biography, this volume remains an essential read for anyone fascinated by the ancient world.