Treasures of Egypt: A Legacy in Photographs, From the Pyramids to Tutankhamun

This magnificent book, published to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tuts tomb, showcases the country's most remarkable achievements through decades of discovery chronicled in National Geographic magazine. From the opening of King Tuts tomb in 1922 to the astonishing find of perfectly preserved boats near Giza's pyramid, it tells the story of a proud and dynamic empire that changed the world.

Format: Hardback
Length: 400 pages
Publication date: 22 December 2022
Publisher: National Geographic Society

This magnificent book, published to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tuts tomb, portrays the hallowed country's most remarkable achievements, viewed through decades of discovery chronicled in National Geographic magazine. From the breathless opening of King Tuts tomb in 1922 to the astonishing find of perfectly preserved boats, entombed for eternity near Giza's pyramid, here is the story of a proud and dynamic empire that changed the world; its colossal architecture and imposing statues force us to re-think the engineering limitations of the world before modern tools were available.

Documenting a series of incredible discoveries, including a complex of royal graves filled with dazzling gold artifacts at the ancient city of Tanis, intriguing clues to the life and times of Cleopatra, and newly uncovered traces of Alexandria, Abydos, and other fabled sites, Treasures of Egypt embodies the cultures most fascinating historical milestones. Filled with vivid photographs, revealing timelines, and profiles of major explorers in the field, this exquisite book will inform and inspire.

Egypt's rich history astonishes us again and again with priceless treasures, exquisite craftsmanship, and a bounty of artifacts that enable us to envision the past with extraordinary detail. It is an epic saga 5,000 years in the making, and one that National Geographic has covered for more than a century.

This magnificent book, published to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tuts tomb, portrays the hallowed country's most remarkable achievements, viewed through decades of discovery chronicled in National Geographic magazine. From the breathless opening of King Tuts tomb in 1922 to the astonishing find of perfectly preserved boats, entombed for eternity near Giza's pyramid, here is the story of a proud and dynamic empire that changed the world; its colossal architecture and imposing statues force us to re-think the engineering limitations of the world before modern tools were available.

Documenting a series of incredible discoveries, including a complex of royal graves filled with dazzling gold artifacts at the ancient city of Tanis, intriguing clues to the life and times of Cleopatra, and newly uncovered traces of Alexandria, Abydos, and other fabled sites, Treasures of Egypt embodies the cultures most fascinating historical milestones. Filled with vivid photographs, revealing timelines, and profiles of major explorers in the field, this exquisite book will inform and inspire.

Egypt's rich history astonishes us again and again with priceless treasures, exquisite craftsmanship, and a bounty of artifacts that enable us to envision the past with extraordinary detail. It is an epic saga 5,000 years in the making, and one that National Geographic has covered for more than a century.

This magnificent book, published to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the discovery of King Tuts tomb, portrays the hallowed country's most remarkable achievements, viewed through decades of discovery chronicled in National Geographic magazine. From the breathless opening of King Tuts tomb in 1922 to the astonishing find of perfectly preserved boats, entombed for eternity near Giza's pyramid, here is the story of a proud and dynamic empire that changed the world; its colossal architecture and imposing statues force us to re-think the engineering limitations of the world before modern tools were available.

Documenting a series of incredible discoveries, including a complex of royal graves filled with dazzling gold artifacts at the ancient city of Tanis, intriguing clues to the life and times of Cleopatra, and newly uncovered traces of Alexandria, Abydos, and other fabled sites, Treasures of Egypt embodies the cultures most fascinating historical milestones. Filled with vivid photographs, revealing timelines, and profiles of major explorers in the field, this exquisite book will inform and inspire.

Dimension: 276 x 232 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781426222634