Akhenaten
- 208 pages
- 8 hours of reading
Nicholas Reeves's revolutionary interpretation of a revolutionary king, now available in B-format paperback.
Nicholas Reeves's revolutionary interpretation of a revolutionary king, now available in B-format paperback.
Presents an account of the Valley of the Kings, famous throughout the world as the burial place of the great New Kingdom pharaohs. This title brings together the art, archaeology and history to create both a sourcebook and guide for tourists, scholars, students and armchair travellers.
The book delves into a pivotal moment in 1923 when an archaeological discovery faced significant threats and controversy. It features the complete, previously unpublished statement by Howard Carter regarding these events, originally released in a limited 1924 pamphlet. Accompanied by an introduction from Nicholas Reeves and striking photographs, the text offers a unique glimpse into the challenges faced by Carter and his team during this historic period in archaeology.
An account of Howard Carter's discovery of King Tutankhamen's tomb.
Provides insights into the discovery, excavation, and analysis of the tomb and its treasures. Written by one of the world's leading scholars of the period, and illustrations with specially commissioned diagrams, charts, and photographs, it is essential reading for everyone interest in ancient Egypt.