ISBN: 9780688150877 - the lost tomb (27 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Good. Kent Weeks made international headlines when, seventy feet below the surface of Egypt's Valley of the Kings he found the largest and most complicated mausoleum yet discovered, the tomb of Ramesses I's sons. Now for the first time, Weeks shares up-to-the-minute details on the thrilling discoveryand contemplates what the tomb, called KV5, will reveal as the excavation moves forward. Built in the age of Exodus, the tomb could potentially transform ancient and biblical history. Its lower levels, possibly containing mummies of Ramesses I's sons, may shed new light on many of the mysteries of the Old Testament, including the story of Moses and the flight of the Israelites from Egypt.Weeks draws on his own diaries, as well as those of his wife and his foreman, to describe the excitement and risks that surround such a significant find. From floodwaters that threatened the opened tomb and the precarious craw spaces deep within it, to thieving tourists and scorpions, this adventure is not for the weak of heart. Photographs and sketches illustrate the crew's progress and the objects and decorations found in the tomb's chambers and hallways The resulta true-life, impossibly thrilling Raiders of the Lost Arkwill entrance readers from beginning to end.…

Hardback. Zustand: Fair. Kent Weeks made international headlines when, seventy feet below the surface of Egypt's Valley of the Kings he found the largest and most complicated mausoleum yet discovered, the tomb of Ramesses I's sons. Now for the first time, Weeks shares up-to-the-minute details on the thrilling discoveryand contemplates what the tomb, called KV5, will reveal as the excavation moves forward. Built in the age of Exodus, the tomb could potentially transform ancient and biblical history. Its lower levels, possibly containing mummies of Ramesses I's sons, may shed new light on many of the mysteries of the Old Testament, including the story of Moses and the flight of the Israelites from Egypt.Weeks draws on his own diaries, as well as those of his wife and his foreman, to describe the excitement and risks that surround such a significant find. From floodwaters that threatened the opened tomb and the precarious craw spaces deep within it, to thieving tourists and scorpions, this adventure is not for the weak of heart. Photographs and sketches illustrate the crew's progress and the objects and decorations found in the tomb's chambers and hallways The resulta true-life, impossibly thrilling Raiders of the Lost Arkwill entrance readers from beginning to end.…

Zustand: Good. Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. 1st ed. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Zustand: Good. 1st ed. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Zustand: Good. minor wear and creasing dust jacket stickered.

hardcover. Zustand: Fine copy in fine dust jacket. 1st. 8vo, 330 pp. Illus. with photos (illustrator).

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: DJ Near Fine. 1st Edition.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. William Morrow 1998-10-01 00:00:00 Binding: Hardcover NF. in NF dj dj in mylar 330 pages. Illustrated by illus. 1st edition. 8vo.

hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDFine copy with a slight rip in dust cover.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDFine in Fine dust jacket. First edition.*.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDNear fine in near fine dust jacket. First edition *.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDVery good in Very good dust jacket. First Edition.*.

Hardcover. Zustand: As New. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDnear Fine.

Zustand: Very Good. 1998. 1st. Hardcover. 8vo.Illustrated. Good copy in clean dustwrapper. Archaeology. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

hardcover. Zustand: Good. First Edition.

hardcover. Zustand: Acceptable. First Edition.

Zustand: Very Good. 1998. 1st. Hardcover. 8vo.Illustrated. Good copy in clean dustwrapper. Archaeology. . . . .

Hard Cover. As New/Edite Avec jaquette/with Jacke. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. 329 pages. B/W and color photos. Text in english.

Zustand: New. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: New. No Flaws or Blemishes; The bindings are tight and square. Text is clean; 9.5 inches tall; 330 pages with Chapter Notes, Index and color and b/w illustrations; Map endpages. The Lost Tomb is structured as a memoir, intertwining Weeks' personal journey with the professional challenges of uncovering KV5. The narrative begins with Weeks' early fascination with Egyptology, detailing his academic path and the inception of the Theban Mapping Project, which led to the identification of KV5. The book vividly describes the arduous excavation process, including navigating through narrow, debris-filled passages and the discovery of over 100 chambers. Weeks also reflects on the significance of the tomb, suggesting that its scale and complexity may offer new insights into ancient Egyptian history and possibly even biblical narratives. Subjects: Ancient Egypt, Egyptology, Archaeological Excavation, Valley of the Kings, Ramesses II; Archaeology, Memoir.…

Zustand: New. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! 1.1.

hardcover. Zustand: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.