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This book provides a close-up view of the process behind building an Egyptian pharaoh’s tomb. It follows the journey of the workers—many unskilled laborers—through the phases of construction, uncovering the roles they played and the customs that guided their tasks. The book also details the burial rites that honored the king upon the tomb’s completion, offering readers insight into both the practical and ceremonial aspects of ancient Egyptian society.
First publish date: 2004
Genre: History/Ancient History
Authors: Jacqueline Morley
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