A Passion for Egypt: Arthur Weigall, Tutankhamun and the 'curse of the Pharaohs'

by Julie Hankey

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This compelling biography of Arthur Weigall, the British Egyptologist and Chief Inspector of Antiquities, chronicles his involvement with the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb under Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon. Weigall came into conflict with Carter and Carnarvon over newspaper reporting of the famous find. His remarks to the press during that time led to the infamous story of the "Curse of the Pharaohs." This biography brings to life the atmosphere,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1845114353

ISBN13:9781845114350

Release Date:December 2007

Publisher:Tauris Parke Paperbacks

Length:380 Pages

Weight:1.45 lbs.

Dimensions:1.2" x 6.4" x 9.2"

Related Subjects

Africa Ancient Archaeology Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Egypt Historical History Politics & Social Sciences Professionals & Academics Social Science Social Sciences Social Scientists & Psychologists

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