Walking Among Pharaohs: George Reisner and the Dawn of Modern Egyptology

by Peter Der Manuelian

In this expansive new biography of George Reisner, Egyptologist Peter Der Manuelian examines the life and work of America's greatest archaeologist. Manuelian presents Reisner's undeniable impact and considers his life within the context of Western colonialism, racism, and nationalism.

Pyramids with hidden burial chambers. Colossal royal statues and minuscule gold jewelry. Decorated tomb chapels, temples, settlements, fortresses,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0197628931
• ISBN13: 9780197628935
• Release Date: October 2022
• Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
• Length: 1088 Pages
• Weight: 3.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.5" x 6.5" x 9.6"