The Golden King: The World of Tutankhamun

by Zahi Hawass

Book Overview

Tutankhamun has mesmerized the world ever since Howard Carter's dramatic discovery of his treasure-filled tomb in the Valley of the Kings in 1922, a fascination fanned anew by the current world tour of the spectacular artifacts buried with him, a priceless trove that casts a spell on everyone who sees them.

In this richly illustrated book, Egypt's leading archaeologist chronicles the Boy King and the royal dynasty that bred him. And what a...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0792259149
• ISBN13: 9780792259145
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: National Geographic Society
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.9" x 10.0"

Customer Reviews

Most comprehensive summary of King Tut I've read

This book was wonderful for those who are ancient Egypt and King Tut afficianados. It tied together many important aspects of the King Tut timeline, from his ancestoral line to the discovery of his tomb by Howard Carter. The pictures were excellent. As much as I've learned about the subject over the years, there was a plethora of new or expanded information I hadn't heard before. Great value, great read.

Over 150 pages of lovely color images illustrate relics from the times and highlight the riches of K

There have been plenty of books on Egypt and Tutankhamun; so why the need for yet another? This rich history does more than provide a colorful review; it goes into detail to capture the shifting political climate of the times, contrasting facts with fictions and providing stories, insights, images and review to enhance a foundation of historical understanding of Egypt. Over a hundred fifty pages of lovely color images illustrate relics from the times and highlight the riches of King Tut's chambers, while accompanying history link artifacts to events. A highly recommended pick not just for school collections, but for any general interest library offering any books on Egypt for the general public. Diane C. Donovan California Bookwatch