num_pages: 48
description: In this exciting book, Indiana Jones, the famous film archaeologist and adventurer, explores the long-lost world of the pharaohs and introduces the young readers to the secrets of the past.Why were the pyramids built? How were mummies made? What did the Egyptians believe?In comprehensive and fascinating detail, Indiana Jones answers these questions and examines the pyramids, gods, towns, temples, tombs, and mummies of Ancient Egypt. He describes the dramatic discoveries of present-day archaeological work, and explains the importance of artifacts and monuments like the Rosetta Stone and the Sphinx. A thorough timeline accompanies Indiana Jones's thrilling history lessons, which illuminate Ancient Egypt's dynasties, pharaohs, and influence on later civilizations. Pages from Indiana Jones's "Fact Files," containing his own stimulating and unusual research, complement each chapter.Illustrated throughout with color photographs and eye-catching drawings, maps, and diagrams, this book will introduce young readers to the mysterious and fascinating world of Ancient Egypt, and will stimulate a lasting interest in the history and archaeology of antiquity.A full-color poster of Indiana Jones is provided on the inside of the dust jacket.
language: English
title: Indiana Jones Explores Ancient Egypt
titlecomplete: Indiana Jones Explores Ancient Egypt (Indiana Jones Explores)
ratings_count: 7
series: Indiana Jones Explores
publisher: Evans Brothers Ltd