The Lost Pharaohs: The Romance Of Egyptian Archaeology
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
In the shadow of the pyramids, where shifting desert sands conceal the secrets of a civilisation lost to time, The Lost Pharaohs: The Romance of Egyptian Archaeology chronicles one of history's greatest treasure hunts — the systematic uncovering of ancient Egypt's most enigmatic rulers. Leonard Cottrell guides the reader through the thrilling discoveries of legendary archaeologists, from the decipherment of hieroglyphics to the dramatic unearthing of royal tombs, painting a vivid portrait of a discipline balanced between rigorous science and breathless adventure. Each chapter uncovers a new layer of Egypt's magnificent past, bringing to life the pharaohs, priests, and tomb raiders who shaped and then obscured one of the world's greatest civilisations. Cottrell writes with the infectious enthusiasm of a true devotee, blending meticulous historical research with a storyteller's gift for pace and drama, making complex archaeological findings accessible and utterly compelling. His narrative illustrates how the modern world's obsession with ancient Egypt was born not merely in museums, but in the dust and danger of real excavation sites along the Nile. For anyone captivated by mummies, mysteries, and the men and women bold enough to pursue them, this work poses an irresistible question: what still lies buried beneath the sands, waiting to rewrite history?
Author: Leonard Cottrell
Format: Hardback
Genre: Archaeology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
In the shadow of the pyramids, where shifting desert sands conceal the secrets of a civilisation lost to time, The Lost Pharaohs: The Romance of Egyptian Archaeology chronicles one of history's greatest treasure hunts — the systematic uncovering of ancient Egypt's most enigmatic rulers. Leonard Cottrell guides the reader through the thrilling discoveries of legendary archaeologists, from the decipherment of hieroglyphics to the dramatic unearthing of royal tombs, painting a vivid portrait of a discipline balanced between rigorous science and breathless adventure. Each chapter uncovers a new layer of Egypt's magnificent past, bringing to life the pharaohs, priests, and tomb raiders who shaped and then obscured one of the world's greatest civilisations. Cottrell writes with the infectious enthusiasm of a true devotee, blending meticulous historical research with a storyteller's gift for pace and drama, making complex archaeological findings accessible and utterly compelling. His narrative illustrates how the modern world's obsession with ancient Egypt was born not merely in museums, but in the dust and danger of real excavation sites along the Nile. For anyone captivated by mummies, mysteries, and the men and women bold enough to pursue them, this work poses an irresistible question: what still lies buried beneath the sands, waiting to rewrite history?