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58%OFFJean-Pierre Corteggiani - The Pyramids of Giza: Facts, Legends and Mysteries - 9780500301227 - 9780500301227
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The Pyramids of Giza: Facts, Legends and Mysteries

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Description for The Pyramids of Giza: Facts, Legends and Mysteries Paperback. The Pyramids of Giza have long been objects of wonder, speculation and mystery, but it was not until the archaeological discoveries of the 19th century that a true picture of their fascinating history began to emerge. This illustrated book separates fact from fiction to tell the story of the Great Pyramids. Series: New Horizons. Num Pages: 128 pages, 127 illustrations, 81 in colour. BIC Classification: HDDG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 180 x 129 x 8. Weight in Grams: 204.
The Pyramids of Giza are the only one of the Seven Wonders of the World that still stands today. Defying the centuries, these gigantic tombs, built more than 4,500 years ago by three great pharaohs of the 4th Dynasty, have long been objects of wonder, speculation and mystery, but it was not until the archaeological discoveries of the 19th century that a true picture of their fascinating history began to emerge. This pocket-sized, profusely illustrated book separates fact from fiction to tell the ongoing story of the Great Pyramids.

Product Details

Format
Paperback
Publication date
2007
Publisher
Thames & Hudson Ltd
Condition
New
Series
New Horizons
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780500301227
SKU
9780500301227
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About Jean-Pierre Corteggiani
Jean-Pierre Corteggiani is Head of Scientific and Technical Relations at the Institut Français d’Archéologie Orientale, a research institute based in Cairo dedicated to the study of the archaeology, history and languages of ancient Egypt. He has written numerous well-received books on the subject.

Reviews for The Pyramids of Giza: Facts, Legends and Mysteries
'One of the best little guides we have seen to the only Ancient Wonder still standing' - Wanderlust

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