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1	Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs: Official Companion Book to the Exhibition Sponsored by National Geographic more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Zahi A Hawas, Kenneth Garrett (Photographer) add to wishlist The discovery of the tomb of Tutankhamun - the most spectacular royal tomb ever found - is one of the most famous events in the history of archaeology. The treasures of this tomb surpass all others and the 50 Tutankhamun artifacts featured in this book illustrate many uses of gold and other precious materials in ancient Egypt, providing us with a ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $12.00! \| SVS
2	Mountains of the Pharaohs: The Untold Story of the Pyramid Builders more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist A world-renowned archaeologist and the official guardian of Egypt's timeless treasures weaves the latest archaeological data and an enthralling family history into spellbinding narrative. see all copies from $3.00! new only from $10.00! \| first editions \| SVS
3	Valley of the Golden Mummies more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist The archaeologist in charge of the discovery at Bahariya, Egypt, in which scores of mummies were found, explains their significance. This book, intended for the general audience, includes many photographs of the site and the findings, which have been dated to the second and third centuries. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.32! \| signed copies \| first editions
4	Hidden Treasures of Ancient Egypt: Unearthing the Masterpieces of the Egyptian History more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Kenneth Garrett (Photographer) add to wishlist By leading Egyptologist and author, Zahi Hawass, this sumptuous book of rare Egyptian antiquities from the tomb of Tutankhamun and other archaeological sites - many never published before - showcases the best collection of Egyptian art through the ages and recounts the adventures that led to their discovery. Hidden Treasures features rare ... see all copies from $15.45! new only from $21.90! \| SVS
5	Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Sandro Vannini (Photographer) add to wishlist Created by a team of world-renowned art historians under the guidance of Zahi Hawass, director of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities, the book provides the entire sweep of ancient Egyptian history, focusing on the lifestyles and practices of the great pharaohs. Six chapters chronicle 3,000 years of history, from the predynastic days to Tut and ... see all copies from $3.32! new only from $24.87! \| SVS
6	Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs: A Souvenir Book more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Kenneth Garrett (Photographer) add to wishlist It has been almost three decades since the first traveling exhibition of Tutankhamun's treasures drew nearly 10 million viewers and sparked worldwide "Tut-mania." Now, celebrating this priceless collection's new tour of Europe and the United States, National Geographic presents a jewel-like little book featuring more than 30 of its finest pieces. ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $6.00! \| SVS
7	Curse of the Pharaohs: My Adventures with Mummies more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist Many people still believe that, should someone disturb the resting place of the ancient Egyptians, they will be struck down with the 'curse of the mummies'. This book explores the myths and legends that surround the curse, as well as describing the archaeological excavations that contributed to our understanding. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $9.78! \| first editions \| SVS
8	Cradle & Crucible: History and Faith in the Middle East more books like this by David Fromkin, Zahi A Hawass, Milton Viorst add to wishlist These essays and photographs convey the major events and issues of the Middle East, while acknowledging the shared experiences and differing perspectives of its inhabitants. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $3.16! \| first editions \| SVS
9	The Royal Mummies: Immortality in Ancient Egypt more books like this by Francis Janot, Zahi A Hawass (Introduction by) add to wishlist Since the major archaeological excavations of the ninteenth century, we have been fascinated by the mummies of ancient Egypt. Written in an authoritative yet accessible tone, this essential resource provides an information-packed overview of royal mummies. The text describes the ancient Egyptians' belief in the afterlife and how mummification ... see all copies from $31.75! new only from $31.75! \| SVS
10	How the Great Pyramid Was Built more books like this by Craig B Smith, Andy Ryan (Photographer), Zahi A Hawass (Foreword by) add to wishlist Going beyond even the expertise of archaeologists and historians, world-class engineer Craig B. Smith explores the planning and engineering behind the incredible Great Pyramid of Giza. How would the ancient Egyptians have developed their building plans, devised work schedules, managed laborers, solved specific design and engineering problems, or ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $1.99! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
11 view cover	The Golden King: The World of Tutankhamun more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist This title offers a concise, beautifully illustrated history of the life of King Tut and the fascinating period of Ancient Egypt in which he lived. More than 3000 years after the death of King Tut, interest in the Pharaoh continues to grow. Tutankhamun has captivated the world ever since Howard Carter's spectacular discovery of his treasure-filled ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $2.49! \| SVS
12 view cover	Silent Images: Women in Pharaonic Egypt more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist Our endless fascination with ancient Egypt owes much to the beauty of the tomb paintings, statuary, temple reliefs, and other magnificent artworks that are the legacy of this remarkable culture. But despite the multitude of objects and texts that have survived, questions abound, particularly about the true role of women in Egyptian society. This ... see all copies from $5.93! new only from $34.97! \| signed copies \| first editions
13 view cover	Tutankhamun: The Mysteries of the Boy King more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist He was crowned King of Egypt at about age nine and died abruptly - and mysteriously - at around age 18. In this comprehensive new volume, famed archaeologist Dr. Zahi Hawass scrutinizes the artifacts found in King Tut's tomb 3,500 years after his death, then recreates his life and times in a fresh and compelling style. The book includes late ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $14.55! \| SVS
14 view cover	Egyptology at the Dawn of the Twenty-First Century Volume 2 more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Lyla Pinch Brock add to wishlist This comprehensive three-volume set marks the publication of the proceedings of the Eighth International Congress of Egyptologists, held in Cairo in 2000, the largest Congress since the inaugural meeting in 1979. Organized thematically to reflect the breadth and depth of the material presented at this event, these papers provide a survey of ... see all copies from $20.76! new only from $55.62!
15 view cover	How Grt Pyramid Was Built more books like this by Craig B Smith, Mark Lehner (Afterword by), Zahi A Hawass (Foreword by) add to wishlist A world-class engineer explains for the first time how the Great Pyramid was actually built. Going beyond even the expertise of archaeologists and historians, world-class engineer Craig Smith takes an in-depth look at the Great Pyramid of Giza as a massive engineering and construction project. How would the ancient Egyptians have developed their ... see all copies from $3.00! new only from $14.38! \| signed copies \| first editions \| SVS
16 view cover	The Secrets of the Sphinx: Restoration Past and Preesent more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, H E Farouk Hosni (Foreword by), Gaballa Ali Gaballa (Introduction by) add to wishlist This illustrated volume, written in both English and Arabic, tells the story of the Sphinx from ancient times to the present, focusing particularly on the task - first addressed in the second millennium B.C. - of preserving it. Published to mark the completion of a major modern restoration project, this book is a testimony not only to the skills ... see all copies from $2.91! new only from $13.95! \| first editions
17 view cover	Fantasy Literature for Children and Young Adults more books like this by Pamela S Gates, Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist Fantasy Literature for Children and Young Adults offer teachers and fans of fantasy literature a historical and critical review of this fascinating genre. Readers will be introduced to the various subgenre and categories of fantasy literature for children and young adults and be provided with criteria with which to evaluate the many texts ... see all copies from $4.17! new only from $54.76!
18 view cover	Egyptology at the Dawn of the Twenty-First Century Volume I more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Lyla Pinch Brock add to wishlist This comprehensive three-volume set marks the publication of the proceedings of the Eighth International Congress of Egyptologists, held in Cairo in 2000, the largest Congress since the inaugural meeting in 1979. Organized thematically to reflect the breadth and depth of the material presented at this event, these papers provide a survey of ... see all copies from $20.76! new only from $63.39!
19 view cover	Beloved Beasts: Animal Mummies from Ancient Egypt more books like this by Salima Ikram, Zahi A Hawass (Foreword by), Mamdouh Eldamaty (Preface by) add to wishlist This catalog of the animal mummies in the Egyptian Museum in Cairo is fully illustrated with color photographs and x-rays, and each mummy is described in detail. see all copies from $11.53! new only from $11.53! \| SVS
20 view cover	Silent Images: Women in Pharanoic Egypt more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist This beautifully produced new paperback edition of "Silent Images" explores a puzzling contradiction: Despite the multitude of artifacts and texts that have come to us from ancient Egypt, much still remains obscure regarding the lives of women. Women were, from the historical perspective, silent - but how should this silence be interpreted? What ... see all copies from $17.50! new only from $17.50! \| SVS
21 view cover	Egyptology at the Dawn of the Twenty-First Century Volume 3 more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Lyla Pinch Brock add to wishlist This comprehensive three-volume set marks the publication of the proceedings of the Eighth International Congress of Egyptologists, held in Cairo in 2000, the largest Congress since the inaugural meeting in 1979. Organized thematically to reflect the breadth and depth of the material presented at this event, these papers provide a survey of ... see all copies from $20.76! new only from $55.62!
22 view cover	Bibliotheca Alexandrina: The Archaeology Museum more books like this by Zabi Hawass, Zath Hawass, Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist see all copies from $14.63! new only from $54.92! \| first editions
23 view cover	The Golden Age of Tutankhamun: Divine Might and Splendor in the New Kingdom more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist This book will provide a window into this extraordinary time of turmoil and treasure -- the life and history of Tutankhamun see all copies from $10.84! new only from $39.55! \| first editions
24 view cover	The Realm of the Pharaohs more books like this by Zahi A Hawass add to wishlist In this superbly illustrated volume, distinguished Egyptologist Zahi Hawass guides readers through the architectural landscape of ancient Egypt, from the houses and palaces of the living to the temples of the gods to the tombs of the dead. Hundreds of photographs and a compelling text unveil the mysteries of pharaonic Egypt as unearthed through ... see all copies from $38.00! new only from $38.00! \| SVS
25 view cover	The Mysteries of Abu Simbel: Ramtesses II and the Temples of the Rising Sun more books like this by Zahi A Hawass, Farouk Hosni (Foreword by), H L Farouk Hosni (Afterword by) add to wishlist The temples of Abu Simbel have fascinated travellers since they became known to the Western world in the 19th century. Since the 1960s when the rising waters created by the Aswan High Dam threatened to engulf the site, visitors' imaginations have been captivated by the elaborate international rescue operation. This text features: a brief, clear ... see all copies from $9.75! new only from $9.85! \| SVS

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