King Tut's Tomb Robbers
King Tut's Tomb Robbers

Author: Miguel Carbonell

Publisher: iUniverse

Published: 2010-04-01

Total Pages: 161

ISBN-13: 145021813X

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In the year 2025, time travel has become the latest rage. Nathan and his family are looking forward to visiting ancient Alexandria, but something goes terribly wrong during the transfer back in time. After Nathan lands alone near the palace of Tutankhamun, he soon realizes that unless he can convince the captain of the guards that he is not a tomb robber, a painful death awaits him. Eventually Nathan is introduced to the young king and becomes a high-ranking member of Tuts court, where he learns about the life and politics of the ancient Egyptian monarch. Assigned to watch for anything that might harm the king, Nathan is devastated when he witnesses a horrifying accident that endangers the life of the boy-king. Meanwhile, as his family tries to rescue Nathan and bring him back to the present, the threat of a major time paradox emerges. Nathan, accompanied by his sister, Lindsey, must return once more to the tomb of King Tuta dark world filled with coffins and the threat of curses and magic spellsin a last-ditch effort to prevent the destruction of their timeline. But have they arrived in time?

The Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb (Illustrated Edition)
The Discovery of Tutankhamun's Tomb (Illustrated Edition)

Author: Howard Carter

Publisher: e-artnow

Published: 2019-12-18

Total Pages: 254

ISBN-13:

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Through this fascinating story we experience the adventure, the painstaking work, the magic, the excitement and the awe through the eyes of the "tomb raider" himself, archaeologist Howard Carter. This book tells the story of one of the greatest archeological discoveries ever, the discovery of the intact tomb of the 18th Dynasty Pharaoh, Tutankhamun (colloquially known as "King Tut" and "the boy king"), in November 1922.

ArtCurious
ArtCurious

Author: Jennifer Dasal

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2020-09-15

Total Pages: 289

ISBN-13: 0143134590

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A wildly entertaining and surprisingly educational dive into art history as you've never seen it before, from the host of the beloved ArtCurious podcast We're all familiar with the works of Claude Monet, thanks in no small part to the ubiquitous reproductions of his water lilies on umbrellas, handbags, scarves, and dorm-room posters. But did you also know that Monet and his cohort were trailblazing rebels whose works were originally deemed unbelievably ugly and vulgar? And while you probably know the tale of Vincent van Gogh's suicide, you may not be aware that there's pretty compelling evidence that the artist didn't die by his own hand but was accidentally killed--or even murdered. Or how about the fact that one of Andy Warhol's most enduring legacies involves Caroline Kennedy's moldy birthday cake and a collection of toenail clippings? ArtCurious is a colorful look at the world of art history, revealing some of the strangest, funniest, and most fascinating stories behind the world's great artists and masterpieces. Through these and other incredible, weird, and wonderful tales, ArtCurious presents an engaging look at why art history is, and continues to be, a riveting and relevant world to explore.

The Tomb Robber and King Tut
The Tomb Robber and King Tut

Author: Sarah Gauch

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2015-07-07

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 069816993X

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For years Mr. Howard has come to the valley near my village where the great pharaohs, the kings of Egypt, are buried in underground tombs. And for months I’ve pleaded with Baba, my father, to let me work with Mr. Howard, as he searches for a certain king’s tomb—King Tut’s tomb. Young Hassan wants nothing more than to help with the search. But Hassan’s father is concerned. Their family is descended from ‘tomb robbers’. Despite being honest farmers now, they’re not fully trusted. Hassan could get into serious trouble. But Hassan is determined. Soon, he is working long, hard days filling baskets with sand, and baring the brunt of others who are suspicious of him. Just when Hassan is most discouraged, he spots something glittering where he’s been working. And no one else has seen it yet. What should he do? The Tomb Robber and King Tut is an exciting imagining of the actual discovery of the boy king’s tomb in the 1920s. Gorgeously illustrated by Allen Garns, this book is for anyone intrigued by Egyptian history and the beginnings of King Tut’s incredible fame.

The Curse of the Mummy: Uncovering Tutankhamun's Tomb (Scholastic Focus)
The Curse of the Mummy: Uncovering Tutankhamun's Tomb (Scholastic Focus)

Author: Candace Fleming

Publisher: Scholastic Inc.

Published: 2021-09-07

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 1338596624

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Award-winning and critically acclaimed author Candace Fleming presents the edge-of-your-seat true story of the search for Tutankhamun's tomb, the Western public's belief that the dig was cursed, and the battle for ownership of the treasures within. Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future. During the reign of the New Kingdom of Egypt, the boy pharaoh Tutankhamun ruled and died tragically young. In order to send him on his way into the afterlife, his tomb was filled with every treasure he would need after death. And then, it was lost to time, buried in the sands of the Valley of the Kings. His tomb was also said to be cursed. Centuries later, as Egypt-mania gripped Europe, two Brits -- a rich earl with a habit for gambling and a disreputable, determined archeologist -- worked for years to rediscover and open Tutankhamun's tomb. But once it was uncovered, would ancient powers take their revenge for disturbing and even looting the pharaoh's resting place? What else could explain the mysterious illnesses, accidents, and deaths that began once it was found?

Ra the Mighty: Cat Detective
Ra the Mighty: Cat Detective

Author: A. B. Greenfield

Publisher: Holiday House

Published: 2018-09-18

Total Pages: 226

ISBN-13: 0823441350

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An egotistical royal cat and his dung beetle sidekick track a jewelry thief in this hilarious new series set in ancient Egypt. Nominated for an Edgar Award! Can a lazy cat and a dung-obsessed beetle really crack a mystery? Ra relishes his role as the Pharaoh's beloved—and spoiled—cat. So when an amulet goes missing from the palace, Ra plans to keep enjoying his snacks and nap in the sun. But Ra's friend Khepri, a wise and industrious scarab beetle, insists on investigating in order to save the young servant girl who has been framed for the crime. Once Ra gets going, he decides that being a Great Detective isn't so bad; in fact, he doesn't mind being hailed as “Protector of the Weak and Defender of Justice.” The comically mismatched duo is on the case! Wacky illustrations with fun historical details bring these oddball characters to life. Includes a glossary, pronunciation guide, and detailed author's note. “An ingenious mystery full of entertaining details for fans of ancient Egypt.”—Paula Harrison, author of the Rescue Princesses series

The Discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamen
The Discovery of the Tomb of Tutankhamen

Author: Howard Carter

Publisher: Courier Corporation

Published: 2012-10-19

Total Pages: 401

ISBN-13: 0486141829

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This book captures the painstaking, step-by-step process of excavation, and the wonders of the treasure-filled inner chamber. 106 on-the-spot photographs depict the phases of the discovery and the scrupulous cataloging of the treasures.

Looting Spiro Mounds
Looting Spiro Mounds

Author: David La Vere

Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 9780806138138

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Author raises questions about the looting of the lost Indian burial crypt in Le Flore Co OK in 1935.

Pharaoh's Flowers
Pharaoh's Flowers

Author: F. N. Hepper

Publisher: Kws Publishers

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 136

ISBN-13:

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As the golden face of Tutankhamun was found garlanded with fresh flowers exquisitely preserved for 3,000 years, the plants of ancient Egypt are brought back to life in this botanical exploration of the Pharaoh's tomb. Usually ignored by grave robbers intent on gold, the baskets, fabrics, papyri, timber, unguent vases, and model granaries filled to the brim with seeds that were buried with Tutankhamun have survived, completely intact, and each chapter of the book carries detailed descriptions of the plant species found or represented in the tomb, including emmer, fenugreek, chickpea, and types of reed and grass. F. Nigel Hepper groups the plants according to their uses, with categories such as Flowers and Leaves; Oils, Resins, and Perfumes; and Papyrus, Flax, and Other Fibrous Plants. This new edition of the fascinating book that was first published in 1990 has been fully updated to take into account recent finds and interpretations, and it features a revised and annotated further reading section, now with a guide to websites; a glossary of botanical terms; a new diagram of the tomb; additional illustrations; and a Bible references section, keyed to the main text and with quotations from the Old Testament that illuminate ancient botanical knowledge and practices.