A Mountain Speaks: The First Australian Excavation In Egypt
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
In the shadow of Egypt's ancient necropolis, where the desert sands guard millennia of secrets, A Mountain Speaks chronicles the landmark story of the first Australian archaeological excavation ever undertaken in Egypt — a groundbreaking venture that brought the ancient world into sharp focus through Southern Hemisphere eyes. The book documents the meticulous fieldwork, remarkable discoveries, and scholarly ambitions of the Australian team as they uncovered tombs, artefacts, and painted burial chambers that had lain undisturbed for thousands of years, casting new light on the lives, beliefs, and artistry of the ancient Egyptians. Beyond the thrilling narrative of discovery, this work argues powerfully for the significance of international collaboration in Egyptology, illustrating how fresh perspectives can yield new interpretations of one of history's most studied civilisations. The author's style is precise yet evocative, balancing rigorous archaeological detail with a vivid sense of place that transports the reader to sun-scorched cliffs and painted tombs. A rich visual record accompanies the text, presenting rare imagery that bridges the ancient and modern worlds — leaving the reader to wonder what other secrets the mountain has yet to surrender.
Author: Naguib Kanawati
Format: Paperback
Genre: Archaeology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
In the shadow of Egypt's ancient necropolis, where the desert sands guard millennia of secrets, A Mountain Speaks chronicles the landmark story of the first Australian archaeological excavation ever undertaken in Egypt — a groundbreaking venture that brought the ancient world into sharp focus through Southern Hemisphere eyes. The book documents the meticulous fieldwork, remarkable discoveries, and scholarly ambitions of the Australian team as they uncovered tombs, artefacts, and painted burial chambers that had lain undisturbed for thousands of years, casting new light on the lives, beliefs, and artistry of the ancient Egyptians. Beyond the thrilling narrative of discovery, this work argues powerfully for the significance of international collaboration in Egyptology, illustrating how fresh perspectives can yield new interpretations of one of history's most studied civilisations. The author's style is precise yet evocative, balancing rigorous archaeological detail with a vivid sense of place that transports the reader to sun-scorched cliffs and painted tombs. A rich visual record accompanies the text, presenting rare imagery that bridges the ancient and modern worlds — leaving the reader to wonder what other secrets the mountain has yet to surrender.