For anyone intrigued by the mysteries of the ancient land of the pyramids, this is a record of civilization along the Nile and an account of the growth of Egyptian archaeology from its beginnings. Through the work of pioneer archaeologists - from Flinders Petrie at Amarna and Howard Carter in the Valley of the Kings, to Geoffrey Martin at Saqqara - all aspects of Egypt's rich culture are examined, including tombs, temples and pyramids, hieroglyphs and mummies. A gazetteer of sites to visit is provided, along with lists of pharoahs and a comparative chronology. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

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Title: Exploring the World of the Pharaohs: A Complete Guide to Ancient Egypt
Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd, United Kingdom, London
Publication Date: 1990
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0500275602
ISBN 13: 9780500275603
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Weight: 599 grams

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An attractively presented guide to ancient Egypt designed to help travellers get the best out of their visit. In an enthusiastic Foreword, T. G. H. James praises the author for `understanding the needs of visitors' for guidance in what they will see, and for the background information and confidence in the subject `to make a visit to Egypt a truly enriching experience'. Sounds like the book to recommend to friends going on a `Swan'. Full of colour pictures and attractive tinted drawings. Hb, 190pp, 184 illus, 65 in col. (Thames & Hudson, 1987)

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Christine El Mahdy (1950-2008) was an Egyptologist at Yeovil College, where she was the founder and director of the Egyptian Society. Her works include "Tutankhamen: The Life and Death of the Boy-King", "The World of the Pharaohs" and "Mummies, Myth and Magic". She lived in England.

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