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The Murder of King Tut presents a factual examination of the life and sudden demise of Egypt’s ninth‑year ruler, Tutankhamen. Drawing on X‑rays, Howard Carter’s excavation files, and contemporary accounts, the authors scrutinize the political intrigues and rivalries that surrounded the young pharaoh’s court. By correlating modern forensic methods with ancient artifacts, they propose evidence‑based conclusions that challenge longstanding assumptions about Tutankhamen’s death. The book offers a compelling true‑crime perspective on one of history’s most enduring mysteries.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: History/Ancient History
Authors: James Patterson
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