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The Curse of the Pharaohs : My Adventures with Mummies (Bccb Blue Ribbon Nonfiction Book Award (Awards)) (Bccb Blue Ribbon Nonfiction Book Award (Awards)) Hardcover – May 1, 2004

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In this highly readable first-hand account, world-famous Egyptologist and spellbinding storyteller Dr. Zahi Hawass shares some of the many intriguing tales about the legendary "curse of the pharaohs"-including several of his own experiences with it. Also known as the "curse of the mummies," this spine-tingling legend-still believed by many people-claims that anyone who disturbs the rest of the ancient Egyptian dead will be haunted or harmed by their spirits. Often blamed when things go wrong, these ancient spirits are given credit for accidents, illnesses, and even deaths.Many strange things have happened to Dr. Hawass during his years as an archaeologist in the field and he delights in telling about them. For example: ? He tells of the exciting discovery of beautiful statues found in the tomb of a man called Inty-shedu and of the bizarre circumstances-including an earthquake and then his own heart attack-that prevented him from publicly announcing the discovery.? After he excavated the mummies of two small children in the Valley of the Golden Mummies and arranged to have them transferred to a museum, the children began haunting his dreams every night, following him in his travels around the world. After several months of sleepless nights, he realized that the children didn't want to be separated from another mummy-a grown man, perhaps their father-that had been buried with them. So he had that mummy moved to the museum, too, and the nightmares stopped!? During exploration of another tomb, he was knocked unconscious by an electric shock from the frayed wire of the lamp he held.The fact that he survived these incidents seems proof to him that if there is a curse, it probably helped him. He says, "The greatest desire of the ancient Egyptians was that their names would live forever. We as archaeologists dedicate our lives to bringing the names of the ancients back to life.? So you see, though I do excavate tombs, the spirits of the dead should be pleased with me." Dr. Hawass also delves into the fascinating background of the curse, telling readers how it became famous all over the world after the discovery of the tomb of the pharaoh Tutankhamun, also known as King Tut, in 1922. Shortly after the discovery of the tomb, seemingly inexplicable misfortunes began to occur, ranging from a pet canary being devoured by a cobra to the illnesses and deaths of several people involved with the excavation of the fabulous tomb. Rumors quickly spread that an ancient curse had been awakened. In a later chapter, Dr. Hawass makes clear that there are simple, natural explanations for most of the disasters linked to the curse of the pharaohs-such as ancient, infection-causing germs, for example. In another chapter, he explains that ancient Egyptians did believe in curses and magic, and he tells how they carved curse inscriptions on their tombs to warn off robbers. (It didn't work. Neither did trying to hide the tombs.) Overflowing with beautiful 4-color photographs, Curse of the Pharaohs not only explores the legendary curse but also introduces readers to the thrills and dangers of archaeology and to the fascinating world of ancient Egypt. A valuable reference tool for school reports, the book's extensive back matter includes a timeline, glossary, index, bibliography, and further reading list, as well as fun and informative sections on how mummies were made, animal mummies, hieroglyphics, the archaeologist's tools, and Dr. Hawass's tips for budding archaeologists.
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    10 - 14 years
  2. Print length
    160 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    5 - 9
  5. Dimensions
    9.57 x 0.66 x 11.19 inches
  6. Publisher
    National Geographic Children's Books
  7. Publication date
    May 1, 2004
  8. ISBN-10
    079226665X
  9. ISBN-13
    978-0792266655
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Grade 4-8–Some children will already be familiar with the work of this Egyptian archaeologist from TV documentaries about his excavations along the Nile. Hawass is passionate about this work and effectively relates his enthusiasm for it in this first-person account that has the same immediacy as the televised specials. The history of the mummy's curse becomes the frame of his narrative, but the author is at his best when describing his excavations, their inherent dangers (ancient germs, crumbling rock, snakes), and the excitement of discovery. His stories of grave robbers caught millennium ago, and documented in papyrus texts, are fascinating. He also discusses his recent excavations at Giza and his discovery of multichambered tombs at Bahariya Oasis that contain hundreds of mummies. After providing readers with some history of the many myths and legends surrounding the "curse," which he attributes to novelists and "silly" Hollywood movies, he adds a few of his own stories and experiences with the "magic" of the tombs. The full-color photos are superb; they include clear close-up shots of mummies, statues, artifacts, sites, and a number of the scientist at work. There are also a few helpful cutaway diagrams. Appendixes provide tips for kids thinking about a future in archaeology, information on mummification, and useful glossaries. While the exciting title and cover will draw young readers in, it's Hawass's passion, storytellling skills, and the terrific illustrations that will keep them reading.—Daryl Grabarek, School Library Journal
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Gr. 4-6. "Why do [people] want to believe that the ancient Egyptians wish to reach out over thousands of years and do us harm?" asks Hawass, the head of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. The answer, he argues, goes back to the opening of King Tut's tomb, when the deaths of several people associated with the discovery fueled notions of a "pharaoh's curse," propagated by journalists and Hollywood. Hawass tries to refute manifestations of the so-called curse by citing "natural explanations" or just plain coincidence. Unfortunately, the sheer quantity of eerie concurrences (as when Hawass suffered a heart attack just before announcing a major discovery) may unintentionally leave some readers more convinced than ever of the ancients' ill intentions. When not devoted to furthering his debunking agenda, Hawass' writing is passionate, informative, and kid friendly (he notes that "mummies smell awful"). Even so, what will probably most attract aspiring archeologists are the National Geographic-quality photographs, which lend tantalizing immediacy to real-life tales from the crypt. Ample end matter concludes. Jennifer Mattson
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ National Geographic Children's Books; Illustrated edition (May 1, 2004)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 160 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 079226665X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0792266655
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 - 14 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 5 - 9
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.03 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.57 x 0.66 x 11.19 inches
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Hawass has a sense of humor indeed!! I feel like he's speaking directly to me, as he illustrates the events that have plagued people for decades, based on rumors of curses placed by Egyptian Pharaohs.
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Dorothea
5.0 out of 5 stars Felt those Vibrations
Reviewed in the United States on April 26, 2013
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Honestly I have always been intrigued by Archeology, History, etc... I have been watching all the documentaries by Dr. Zahii Hawass for years. When I received this book and opened it to the first page I had tingly feelings all through me and I read it all at once. Dr. Zahii Hawass is too cool! Just to think thousands of years ago and we are able to see and understand through others dedication and difficult work. I just wish people would leave ancient artifacts and buildings alone and leave them to the professionals. I wish I was able to read Cartophogrophy, Hieroglyphics.

How do we know where we are going if we do not know where we have been?

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Jean A. Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars A great book to introduce someone to Egyptology
Reviewed in the United States on December 15, 2009
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I originally borrowed this book from the local library to read to my 9 year old daughter but it proved to be so interesting I bought a copy to reread to her from time to time. This is a great introduction to modern Egyptology by Egypt's renowned archaeologist. I would recommend getting this book for anyone you know who is seriously interested in studying ancient Egypt.
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Angel Ecara
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
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Hawass has a sense of humor indeed!! I feel like he's speaking directly to me, as he illustrates the events that have plagued people for decades, based on rumors of curses placed by Egyptian Pharaohs.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2016
Hawass has a sense of humor indeed!! I feel like he's speaking directly to me, as he illustrates the events that have plagued people for decades, based on rumors of curses placed by Egyptian Pharaohs.
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Gokster
4.0 out of 5 stars Great book but not for college paper references
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It has very good pictures and stories in it, I could only use is a few references out of it for my college paper, it would be more useful for a highschool student and below
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5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book.
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I've been a fan of Dr. Zahi Hawass's for years which has only fueled my love of Egyptian history. This is a great book. Excellent condition! Couldn't believe how fast this company shipped it.
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Mrs V. Barber
5.0 out of 5 stars Zahi Hawass adventures with mummies
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The curse of the pharaohs is a truly an amazing book, this spine tingling legend also known as the mummys curse, warns that anyone who disturbs the resting place of the ancient egyptians will be haunted by their spirits their has been mysteries, illnesses and even death been blamed on the dreaded curse, egyptian archaeologist Dr Zahi Hawass is the storyteller behind this captivating book he has lived through countless hair-raising adventures while he has been exploring the tombs of egypt, in this book he shares discoveries and recounts with what he calls the magic of ancient egypt,he is also intriged by the backround of the curse of King Tuts tomb in 1922,in this book it tells you about his adventures,and the truth about the curse and did the egyptians believe about curses and magic, it also shows you how a mummy was prepared and the egyptian always believed that there was life after death, but i have to say there is a story in this book that i did enjoy was the real egyptian curses,this book is 144 pages long and is truly and very interesting book if you are into reading about egypt and the history then i would recommend you read this book it is great history to read i loved it.
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