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How Tutankhamun Shaped a Century
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A surprising new history of Tutankhamun published to coincide with the centenary of his tomb's discovery.
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'Impeccably researched and beautifully written' David Wengrow
'Utterly original' Paul Strathern
When it was found in 1922, the 3,300-year-old tomb of Tutankhamun sent shockwaves around the world, turning the boy-king into a household name overnight and kickstarting an international media obsession that endures to this day.
From pop culture and politics to tourism and heritage, and from the Jazz Age to the climate crisis, it's impossible to imagine the twentieth century without the discovery of Tutankhamunβyet so much of the story remains untold. Here, for the first time, Christina Riggs weaves compelling historical analysis with tales of lives touched by an encounter with Tutankhamun, including her own. Treasured offers a bold new history of the young pharaoh who has as much to tell us about our world as his own.
'Searching, masterful and eloquent' James Delbourgo
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Treasured by Christina Riggs receives high praise for its originality and engaging narrative centred on the discovery of Tutankhamun. Reviewers commend the book for its eloquent and personal account, exploring the historical and cultural impact of the tomb's discovery without treating it as mere legend. Itβs described as impeccably researched and beautifully written, offering fresh insights into the significance of Tutankhamun and its enduring legacy in both history and modern culture.
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ISBN: 9781838950538
Publisher: Atlantic Books
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 06 October 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Atlantic Books
Edition: Main
Illustration: 1 x 8pp col. plate section.Integrated B&W pics
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 31.0mm
Width: 129.0mm
Height: 198.0mm
Weight: 415g
Pages: 448
About the Author
Christina Riggs is Professor of the History of Visual Culture at Durham University and an expert on the history of the Tutankhamun excavation. She is the author of several books, including Photographing Tutankhamun and Ancient Egyptian Magic: A Hands-on Guide.
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