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The Curse of the Mummy

And Other Mysteries of Ancient Egypt

Published by Oneworld Publications
Distributed by Simon & Schuster
LIST PRICE $14.95

About The Book

Discover the truth behind the greatest mysteries of ancient Egypt.

There are many mysteries associated with ancient Egypt that have perplexed scholars and laymen alike. Egyptologist Charlotte Booth selects ten of the most famous and explores the recent theories and outlandish guesses put forward by leading archaeologists, scientists and historians.

Using the latest archaeological evidence to separate fact from fiction, Booth unravels the riddle of the Exodus and the real cause of Tutankhamun’s death, and reveals a fascinating world of cursed tombs, mystical lands, and even a cross-dressing king. Guaranteed to delight and inform, this book spans thousands of years from the construction of the pyramids to Ancient Egypt’s decline and illuminates the true brilliance of one of the greatest civilizations in the history of humankind.

About The Author

Charlotte Booth teaches Egyptology at Birkbeck College in London. She has written numerous articles, and her published books include People of Ancient Egypt (Tempus Press, 2005). She currently resides in Essex, UK.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Oneworld Publications (March 1, 2009)
  • Length: 224 pages
  • ISBN13: 9781851686063

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"In all, it is a very useful collection of short essays" "the book is an intriguing read and gathers together some very useful information."

– Minerva - The International Review of Ancient Art & Archaeology

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