Offers a brief introduction to the the 1922 discovery of King Tut's tomb in Egypt's Valley of the Kings, describing how archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the tomb and spent the next ten years excavating the priceless artifacts that had been buried with the pharaoh.
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.
Presents a collection of full-color illustrated photographs depicting the history of ancient Egypt, the treasures found in the tomb of Tutankhamun, and other artifacts housed in the Egyptian museum of Cairo.
Discusses some of the disasters encountered by people who were present or who visited the tomb of ancient Egyptian pharoah King Tutankhamun after it was discovered by archaeologist Howard Carter in 1922, and considers the possiblity that the tomb was cursed.
Examines modern research and the statements of Howard Carter, the archaeologist who discovered Tutankhamen's tomb, in an investigation of intrigues surrounding the pharaoh's death.
Chronicles the discovery of King Tut's tomb in 1922, surveys early Egyptian life and culture, and examines the unusual number of deaths following the opening of the tomb.
Profiles King Tutankhamen's life and discusses the fascination with and mystery surrounding his death, the search for his tomb and treasures, and the illnesses of archaeologists who have explored Egyptian tombs.
Examines historical and anecdotal evidence, as well as modern theories about the curse of Egypt's King Tut, features primary source quotes from scientists, experts, and eyewitnesses, and includes sidebars and illustrations.
