Puigdevall, Federico

"Artifacts related to early Christianity have immeasurable value to many different groups of people; they are prized by archaeologists, scholars, and worshipers for their connection to a religion that has shaped much of human history. Yet many of these artifacts, including the Shroud of Turin, are controversial ... traces the beginnings of the faith through the objects associated with the religion's advent and describes what we know about the authenticity and history of some of the world's most priceless relics."--Amazon.

"Television shows and movies emphasize gruesome rituals and violent warfare, but what was life really like in pre-Columbian cultures? Presents a holistic view of Mayan and Amazonian civilizations and includes maps, full-color photographs, and engaging sidebars about key figures."--Provided by publisher.

"Due to a lack of artifacts, certain aspects of ancient life remain mysterious. Luckily, many ancient cultures left behind treasure troves designed to stand the test of time: tombs for the most elite among them ... reveals how archaeologists discovered the tombs of King Tutankhamen, Qin Shi Huang, the Lord of Sipn, and many more."--Amazon.

"Howard Carter's discovery of King Tutankhamen's tomb in 1923 sparked worldwide fascination about ancient Egypt, and the mysteries of the Egyptians still loom large. The Pyramids, the Sphinx, mummies, surviving artwork, and more all hold priceless clues about what life was like in ancient Egypt ... takes a closer look at the information that archaeology has revealed and the lasting impact of these findings."--Amazon.