King Tut’s tomb was discovered by English archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter in 1922. The discovery made him famous as an anxiously curious world wanted to know more and more about the intact tomb of 14th-century B.C. pharaoh Tutankhamun (colloquially known as “King Tut” and “the boy king”).
This book is a chronicle of Carter's discovery presented as a guided journey through the long-hidden tomb, bedazzled with jewels, carvings, and paintings of a long-forgotten ruler of Egypt. It is a close look at what made his burial place an open door to the life he lived and the many secrets he took with him to his grave.
This bookt has been created especially for students. It is an opportunity to discover for themselves the amazing story of the discovery of the tomb and the treasure trove it held within. An ample array of carefully selected photos and illustrations bring the tomb and it contents to life. We’ve also included a study guide, which offers the student a list of books and additional resources that invite further exploration about King Tut and his tomb.
This book is a chronicle of Carter's discovery presented as a guided journey through the long-hidden tomb, bedazzled with jewels, carvings, and paintings of a long-forgotten ruler of Egypt. It is a close look at what made his burial place an open door to the life he lived and the many secrets he took with him to his grave.
This bookt has been created especially for students. It is an opportunity to discover for themselves the amazing story of the discovery of the tomb and the treasure trove it held within. An ample array of carefully selected photos and illustrations bring the tomb and it contents to life. We’ve also included a study guide, which offers the student a list of books and additional resources that invite further exploration about King Tut and his tomb.
