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Set in 1922, the story follows an Egyptologist driven by an obsession to uncover the tomb of a mythical king. This darkly comic narrative traverses diverse locations, including the deserts of Egypt, the slums of Australia, and the opulent ballrooms of Boston. It weaves through significant historical backdrops such as the First World War and a chaotic royal court, creating a richly layered and inventive tale that blends humor with a quest for discovery.
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The Egyptologist, Arthur Phillips
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- 2004
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- Title
- The Egyptologist
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Arthur Phillips
- Publisher
- Random House
- Publisher
- 2004
- Format
- Hardcover with dust jacket
- ISBN10
- 1400062500
- ISBN13
- 9781400062508
- Category
- World prose
- Description
- Set in 1922, the story follows an Egyptologist driven by an obsession to uncover the tomb of a mythical king. This darkly comic narrative traverses diverse locations, including the deserts of Egypt, the slums of Australia, and the opulent ballrooms of Boston. It weaves through significant historical backdrops such as the First World War and a chaotic royal court, creating a richly layered and inventive tale that blends humor with a quest for discovery.