Explaining Tutankhamun's background and the role of the Pharaoh, "The Treasures of Tutankhamun" shows how Egypt became a source of fascination for those in the West. Using photographs, drawings and diagrams from the original expedition, it brings to life the excitement and wonderment that Carter and Carnarvon must have felt upon opening the tomb. It also describes the painstaking efforts that were taken as they and their team slowly investigated the wealth of objects that had lain hidden for centuries. It also addresses its impact on the study of Egyptology and the more far-reaching effects it has had.
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Jaromir Malek is an Egyptologist and the Keeper of the Archives at the Griffith Institute at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford, one of the leading Egyptological archives in the world. He has written numerous articles and a number of books.
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the value of this book is not its narratives on the geography and history of ancient egypt; short, well written as they are. nor a comprehensive exploration of the treasures of tutankhamun's tomb. this interesting hardcover slipcased book reproduces in whole or in part some of the field notes and other documents kept by howard carter [called memorabilia by the author], typically ephemeral, in facsimile, as preserved in the griffith institute, cleverly attached to the books pages or tucked into pockets die cut into the pages of sturdy stock throughout the book. excerpts of diaries, maps, all sorts of interesting things. it's a hugely fun idea, beautifully executed. kids would love it if you could stand to let them touch it.
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