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Tutankhamun: The Eternal Splendor of the Boy Pharaoh
A brilliantly produced volume on one of the most intriguing historical figures ever-oversized and lavishly illustrated with 8 pages of gatefolds, 400 color images, the highest quality paper, and a three-piece linen-bound cover!
Until Howard Carter finally discovered Tutankhamun's tomb, the magnificence of the young king's legacy, left behind more than 3,000 years ago, was merely legend. What Carter unearthed in 1922, after years of painstaking work, exceeded anyone's expectations--and created a worldwide sensation. Come along on Carter's groundbreaking archeological adventure, courtesy of the British Museum's longtime keeper of Egyptian antiquities and author of several books on the subject. From the first shovel that dug into Egyptian earth to the uncovering of Tut's body, you're there every step of the way, enlightened by knowledge of the life and background of the Boy Pharaoh, this incredible historical significance of his brief reign, and an overview of his world. Renowned art photographer Araldo De Luca brings us virtually inside the tomb with over 400 pictures all taken especially for this book: from pendants, bangles, and collars to furniture, royal regalia and weapons, this is a dazzling display in both words and all-new photographs of the most breathtaking treasure trove in the history of the world.
Until Howard Carter finally discovered Tutankhamun's tomb, the magnificence of the young king's legacy, left behind more than 3,000 years ago, was merely legend. What Carter unearthed in 1922, after years of painstaking work, exceeded anyone's expectations--and created a worldwide sensation. Come along on Carter's groundbreaking archeological adventure, courtesy of the British Museum's longtime keeper of Egyptian antiquities and author of several books on the subject. From the first shovel that dug into Egyptian earth to the uncovering of Tut's body, you're there every step of the way, enlightened by knowledge of the life and background of the Boy Pharaoh, this incredible historical significance of his brief reign, and an overview of his world. Renowned art photographer Araldo De Luca brings us virtually inside the tomb with over 400 pictures all taken especially for this book: from pendants, bangles, and collars to furniture, royal regalia and weapons, this is a dazzling display in both words and all-new photographs of the most breathtaking treasure trove in the history of the world.
320 pages, Hardcover
First published August 15, 2000
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July 31, 2017
A beautifully laid out book with clear pristine photos showing and detailing the contents of Tuts tomb.
The book begins with a brief history of Tutankhamun and then the discovery of the tomb by Howard Carter. This is followed by the photos of many of the objects and detailed text explaining what they are and the meanings of them being there and also what is inscribed on them. It is just incredible to think that these beautiful ornaments and practical objects were being creatively designed and made all those years back.
My main gripe with this book was the size of the text. I had to get a magnifying glass to read it as it was a little too small for me to read comfortably without it.
The book begins with a brief history of Tutankhamun and then the discovery of the tomb by Howard Carter. This is followed by the photos of many of the objects and detailed text explaining what they are and the meanings of them being there and also what is inscribed on them. It is just incredible to think that these beautiful ornaments and practical objects were being creatively designed and made all those years back.
My main gripe with this book was the size of the text. I had to get a magnifying glass to read it as it was a little too small for me to read comfortably without it.
December 14, 2019
WOW pictures alone are worth the time!
December 14, 2020
A very simple picture book.
December 7, 2019
A very good overview of the treasures found in Tut’s tomb and the man who found them. This book is full of beautiful colour photographs of the treasures from the tomb. There are also many b&w photos of Carter and the excavation leading to the discovery of Tut’s tomb.
December 11, 2008
It's a really good book that is ENORMOUS so that you can get a good look at all of the items in his tomb. Not the best book on Tutankhamun, but still really cool.
March 21, 2012
I also want to discover his tomb... after 2005 no one has taken out his tomb... i want to do it.
February 1, 2016
An incredible book if for nothing else the pictures of the treasures of the tomb. Very informative chapters of the finding and removal of the treasures. Excellent book, very recommended
November 22, 2016
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Meryl Review 2016
Absolutely breathtaking coffee table book - the history section is thorough and the photographic plates sumptuous.
But did you have to make the writing so small!?
Meryl Review 2016
Absolutely breathtaking coffee table book - the history section is thorough and the photographic plates sumptuous.
But did you have to make the writing so small!?
September 22, 2019
This book is so beautifully photographed and I cannot wait for the exhibition
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