Set in ancient Egypt's fourth dynasty, the narrative unfolds a dramatic tale of a royal family perceived as gods, amidst a backdrop of opulent palaces and temples. The book reveals the complex lives of these pharaohs, marked by intrigue, including murder and incest, leading to the rise of one of the rare queens to rule Egypt. It also explores the construction of the iconic pyramids of Giza, highlighting the skilled craftsmanship and architectural brilliance of the era. Illustrated with photographs and drawings, it captures a pivotal moment in civilization's history.
Der Schatz des Tutanchamun: Schmuck, Masken und Grabbeigaben aus dem Tal der Könige
Ägypten, 1922: Howard Carter entdeckt das unberührte Grab von König Tutanchamun. Fast hundert Jahre nach diesem spektakulären archäologischen Fund ist die Faszination ungebrochen. Die kostbaren Gegenstände und die reiche Ausstattung der Grabkammern bringen die Menschen damals wie heute zum Staunen, wie die Ausstellung mit originalgetreuen Nachbildungen im Reiss Engelhorn Museum Mannheim zeigt.
Einen detaillierten Blick auf die Originale und ihre Erforschung bietet der Bildband „Auf den Spuren Tutanchamuns“:
Das wohl vollständigste Buch über den Pharaonenschatz: über 450 Bilder und informative Beschreibungen des Grabs und aller Grabgegenstände
Die Mumie Tutanchamuns: Was verraten Röntgenbilder, CT-Scan und DNA-Tests?
Von Forschern und Grabräubern: Überblick über Funde, Grabungen und Forschungsmethoden
Geschichtliche Hintergründe zur 18. Pharaonen-Dynastie und zum Alltagsleben im alten Ägypten
Religion und das Leben im Jenseits: die Bedeutung von Begräbnisritualen und Pyramiden als Architektur für das Jenseits
Ein Blick auf Tutanchamun und seine Zeit - spannend und lebendig erzählt!
Nur wenigen Menschen war es möglich, in unmittelbarer Nähe zu den Grabschätzen zu arbeiten und forschen. Zahi Hawass ist einer davon. Mit fast 500 Abbildungen gewährt sein opulent ausgestatteter Bildband detaillierte Einblicke in die letzte Ruhestätte eines ägyptischen Pharaos. Dabei beschränkt sich der renommierte Ägyptologe nicht auf die Schätze im Grab, sondern schildert auch kenntnisreich die altägyptischen Vorstellungen vom Jenseits, berichtet von Tutanchamuns Familie, erläutert die Technik der Mumifizierung und erklärt neueste Forschungsmethoden in der Archäologie. Das und die kongeniale Übersetzung von Wilfried Seipel, dem ehemaligen Generaldirektor des Kunsthistorischen Museums Wien, macht dieses Buch zum Standardwerk - ein Bildband zum Schwelgen, klug und informativ zugleich.
The royal mummies in the Cairo Museum are an important source of information
about the lives of the ancient Egyptians. The remains of these pharaohs and
queens can inform us about their age at death and medical conditions from
which they may have suffered, as well as the mummification process and objects
placed within the wrappings. Using the latest technology, including Multi-
Detector Computed Tomography and DNA analysis, co-authors Zahi Hawass and
Sahar Saleem present the results of the examination of royal mummies of the
Eighteenth to Twentieth Dynasties. New imaging techniques not only reveal a
wealth of information about each mummy, but render amazingly lifelike and
detailed images of the remains. In addition, utilizing 3D images, the anatomy
of each face has been discerned for a more accurate interpretation of a
mummy's facial features. This latest research has uncovered some surprising
results about the genealogy of, and familial relationships between, these
ancient individuals, as well as some unexpected medical finds.Historical
information is provided to place the royal mummies in context, and the book
with its many illustrations will appeal to Egyptologists, paleopathologists,
and non-specialists alike, as the authors seek to uncover the secrets of these
most fascinating members of the New Kingdom royal families.
Brimming with close-up photographs of the statuary, stelae, sarcophagi, wall
paintings, reliefs, artefacts, and, of course, the monuments, this volume
offers an information-packed overview of the history of ancient Egypt.
Focusing on the unparalleled archaeological significance of Giza, this comprehensive study delves into the history and construction of the pyramids, offering insights from leading experts. It presents a thorough exploration of the site, highlighting its monumental achievements and enduring mysteries. The book serves as an essential resource for understanding the cultural and historical context of one of the world's most iconic landmarks.
The most up-to-date account of the boy king's life, from the discovery of the
tomb in 1922 by Howard Carter to the latest CT-scanning, X-raying, and DNA
studies. By the world-renowned Egyptologist and National Geographic Explorer-
in-Residence, Zahi Hawass, who lead the first DNA analysis of royal mummies in
2010.
The narrative delves into the life of Cleopatra, exploring her beauty, mystery, and tragic fate through the lens of recent archaeological findings. It serves as the official companion to a major exhibition, featuring contributions from renowned experts Zahi Hawass and Franck Goddio. Richly illustrated, the book reveals insights into Cleopatra's life and the last pharaonic period of Egypt, offering readers a unique perspective on this iconic figure and the historical context surrounding her reign.
Searches for a more realistic picture of women's lives in ancient Egypt. As
well as reconsidering the evidence from tomb and temple, the author draws on
material from his excavations at the workers' cemetery at Giza, which sheds
light on the womenfolk of the workmen who built and maintained the pyramids.
It also includes illustrations.
