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Book Synopsis: Discover the wonders of ancient Egypt through a fascinating journal from a lost expedition — a treasure trove of fact and fantasy featuring a novelty element on every spread.
Who can resist the allure of ancient Egypt — and the thrill of uncovering mysteries that have lain hidden for thousands of years? Not the feisty Miss Emily Sands, who in 1926, four years after the discovery of King Tut's tomb, led an expedition up the Nile in search of the tomb of the god Osiris. Alas, Miss Sands and crew soon vanished into the desert, never to be seen again. But luckily, her keen observations live on in the form of a lovingly kept journal, full of drawings, photographs, booklets, foldout maps, postcards, and many other intriguing samples.
Here are just a few of Egyptology's special features:
- an extravagantly gilded cover, featuring a raised Horus hawk pendant with three encrusted gems
- a playable game of Senet — ancient Egyptian checkers — including board, pieces, original-style dice, and rules
- a souvenir booklet showing how to read simple hieroglyphs
- a scrap of textured "mummy cloth"
- a large, jeweled Eye of Re “amulet” embedded in the last page of the book
Rich with information about life in ancient Egypt and peppered with Miss Sands's lively narration, Egyptology concludes with a letter from the former Keeper of Antiquities at the British Museum, explaining which parts of this unique tale may be accepted as fact, which are guided by legend, and which reflect the author's delightful sense of fancy.
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Step into the fascinating world of ancient Egypt with Egyptology: Search for the Tomb of Osiris. Uncover the mysteries that have captivated adventurers for centuries and immerse yourself in a treasure trove of fact and fantasy. This extraordinary book, complete with a range of novelty elements, offers an unparalleled experience that will transport you to the heart of this captivating era. Discover the allure of ancient Egypt and embark on a thrilling journey alongside the feisty Miss Emily Sands in her quest to find the legendary tomb of the god Osiris.
With an extravagantly gilded cover embellished with a raised Horus hawk pendant, Egyptology is a visual masterpiece that captures the essence of ancient Egypt's opulence. But this book is not just a work of art. It is an interactive adventure that brings the past to life. Engage in a game of Senet, the ancient Egyptian checkers, complete with an intricately designed board, pieces, original-style dice, and rules. Learn how to decipher simple hieroglyphs with a souvenir booklet, and feel the texture of real "mummy cloth" as you explore this immersive journal.
Delve deeper into the world of ancient Egypt as you flip through the pages of Egyptology. Miss Sands's meticulous observations, presented in the form of drawings, photographs, foldout maps, postcards, and other captivating samples, provide a wealth of information about life in this fascinating civilization. And as you follow her spirited narration, you'll find yourself spellbound by the adventure.
But don't just take our word for it. The former Keeper of Antiquities at the British Museum has also contributed to Egyptology. In a letter included at the end of the book, the expert enlightens readers on which parts of this extraordinary tale are based on fact, which are guided by legend, and which reflect the author's delightful sense of fancy.
Unearth the secrets of ancient Egypt and indulge your passion for discovery with Egyptology: Search for the Tomb of Osiris. Immerse yourself in history, uncover hidden treasures, and experience the thrill of a lifetime. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity, so order your copy today!
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