Tutankhamun: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs Book

Accompanied by an entourage of ancient Egyptian dignitaries—such as Thutmose III, represented here, a New Kingdom pharaoh and the stepson of Hatshepsut—Tutankhamen now returns to the public eye in this lush book, companion to a new exhibition showcasing art, jewelry, and artifacts from three millennia of ancient Egyptian history unearthed from the never mysterious tombs and temples that cluster near the banks of the Nile and in the deserts surrounding.

Stunning full-color photography of more than 150 pieces—from the amulets and earrings to colossal statuary—provides the perfect counterpoint to a rich text written by world-renowned archaeologist Zahi Hawass and four leading experts in Egyptian art history. A joy to behold, fascinating to read, Tutankhamen: The Golden King and the Great Pharaohs will satisfy all who delight in the treasures and the wonders of the ancient past.