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Book Synopsis: Take a spectacular armchair voyage to one of earth's most magnificent and ancient sites--shown in a resplendent oversized volume, lavishly illustrated with more than 800 pictures (including archeological reconstruction drawings); 6 gatefolds; and the finest paper. Conducted by a team of world-acknowledged experts, who provide the most up-to-date information available, it's the perfect mix of artistic brilliance and scholarly research. The Valley of the Kings and the tombs of the nobles are, together with the pyramids of Giza, among the world's most visited and best-known sites. Although millions come each year to gaze upon these ancient wonders, a significant portion of this remarkable place remains unseen by most. For the first time, an illuminating and spectacularly produced guide brings together both the artistic and the architectural features of the tombs and maps them out fully. The only photographer granted full access to the site over the past decade provides unrivaled color images of the funerary temples and private necropolises, and in addition, an exploration of their structures and embellishments features plans, photos, drawings of motifs, and hieroglyphs. To complete the presentation: walking itineraries in the Theban mountains, shown from many unusual vantage points. A visual treat, and an extraordinary adventure, for real and virtual travelers alike.
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Embark on a breathtaking journey through time with The Valley of the Kings: The Tombs and the Funerary of Thebes West. This stunning oversized volume is the ultimate guide to one of Earth's most awe-inspiring and ancient sites. With over 800 lavishly illustrated pictures, including archeological reconstruction drawings, you'll be immersed in the splendor of this remarkable place.
Authored by a team of world-acknowledged experts, this meticulously researched book provides the most up-to-date and comprehensive information available. Every detail, from the artistic brilliance of the tombs to the architectural features, is beautifully presented on the finest paper. This is not just a book, it's an artistic masterpiece.
While millions of visitors flock to the Valley of the Kings and the tombs of the nobles every year, there's still so much left unseen. Our guide is the first of its kind to reveal the hidden treasures that lie within this extraordinary place. With unrivaled color images by the only photographer granted full access to the site over the past decade, you'll be treated to vivid depictions of the funerary temples and private necropolises. Dive into the structures, embellishments, and intricate hieroglyphs through detailed plans, photos, drawings, and motifs.
But that's not all! We go beyond the boundaries of the tombs and take you on walking itineraries in the Theban mountains, offering unparalleled views that few have experienced. Whether you're a real traveler or prefer virtual explorations, this book is a visual and intellectual feast that will transport you to the legendary Valley of the Kings.
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