valley of the kings

Examines the life and legacy of Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen.

"During the reign of the New Kingdom of Egypt, the boy pharaoh Tutankhamun ruled and died tragically young. In order to send him on his way into the afterlife, his tomb was filled with every treasure he would need after death. And then, it was lost to time, buried in the sands of the Valley of the Kings. His tomb was also said to be cursed. Centuries later, as Egypt-mania gripped Europe, two Brits -- a rich earl with a habit for gambling and a disreputable, determined archeologist -- worked for years to rediscover and open Tutankhamun's tomb. But once it was uncovered, would ancient powers take their revenge for disturbing and even looting the pharaoh's resting place? What else could explain the mysterious illnesses, accidents, and deaths that began once it was found?"--Provided by publisher.

State-of-the-art archaeological equipment and computer technology propel an exploration of ancient Egypt. Features the first filmed visits to such sites as the tomb of Ramses II, the Abydos Boat Graves, and the skeletons at Mendes.

Looks at British archaeologist and Egyptologist Howard Carter's search for King Tut's tomb.

Discover why some ancient Egyptians dared to risk their lives to steal from the dead. Readers will also learn about the tricks tomb and pyramid builders used to hide burial chambers from grave robbers.

Learn about the mysteries surrounding the life and death of Tutankhamun, the boy king of Egypt.

Explores mysteries related to Egyptian pharaoh Tutankhamen's tomb.

Discusses the history of Tutankhamen, or King Tut, and his death, detailing the search and discovery of his tomb, and explains the tales of King Tut's curse.