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Carnarvon, George Edward Stanhope Molyneux Herbert, Earl of
1866
1923
Porchester, Lord
Carter, Howard
1874
1939
Griffith, F. Ll. (Francis Llewellyn)
1862
1934
Griffith, Francis Llewellyn
Legrain, Georges Albert
1865
1917
Legrain, G. (Georges)
Möller, Georg
1876
1921
Moller, Georg
Möller, George
Moller, George
Newberry, Percy E. (Percy Edward)
1869
1949
Newberry, Percy Edward
Spiegelberg, Wilhelm
1870
1930
Spiegelberg, W. (Wilhelm)
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Five Years' Explorations at Thebes
A Record of Work Done 1907-1911 by The Earl of Carnarvon and Howard Carter
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"Five Years' Explorations at Thebes" by Carnarvon and Carter is a detailed archaeological account written in the early 20th century. The work documents the systematic excavations conducted in the Theban Necropolis between 1907 and 1911, revealing insights into the ancient tombs and burial practices of Egypt. The authors' meticulous records and descriptions of various finds provide a rich tapestry of information regarding significant historical figures and their burial rites from the time periods of the XVIIth Dynasty through the Ptolemaic era. The opening of the book presents a preface that sets the stage for the explorations and acknowledges key contributors to the research. The introduction outlines the historical significance of Thebes, highlighting its immense potential for archaeological discoveries and the challenges posed by previous tomb robbers. The narrative quickly transitions into the specifics of the excavation process, detailing the laborers' roles and the various sites targeted during the excavations. It emphasizes the care taken to document artifacts, including tombs, statuettes, and funerary objects, enhancing the book's scholarly value for readers interested in the intricacies of Egyptology and the efforts to uncover and preserve ancient Egyptian heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Excavations (Archaeology) -- Egypt
Thebes (Egypt : Extinct city)
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