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Temples, Tombs, and Hieroglyphs

Temples, Tombs, and Hieroglyphs

A Popular History of Ancient Egypt
History
Pages
352
Published
1964
Language
English

Synopsis

An introduction to the history of ancient Egypt and Egyptology. “Mertz gives special attention to such topics as the kingship (yes) of Queen Hatshepsut, the exploits of Thutmose III, and the Amarna Period with its intriguing players… Mertz also explains in simple language archaeological techniques such as carbon 14 dating and historical chronology.” Libr J. review of 1964 edition

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Authors

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Barbara Mertz

Barbara Louise Mertz (September 29, 1927 – August 8, 2013) was an American author who wrote under her own name as well as under the pseudonyms Elizabeth Peters and Barbara Michaels. In 1952 she received a PhD in Egyptology from the University of Chicago. While she was best known for her mystery and suspense novels, in the 1960s she authored two books on ancient Egypt, both of which have remained in print ever since.

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Barbara Michaels

Barbara Michaels was a beloved author of gothic suspense and historical mysteries. Her books, including Search the Shadows and Red Land, Black Land, are known for their atmospheric settings, intriguing plots, and a touch of the supernatural.