The Golden Pharaoh: The Definitive Account of the Greatest Discovery in Archaeology, the Treasures of Tutankhamun

328 pp. Includes black-and-white photos and illustrations. Unravels the final mysteries that shroud the most sensational find in the history of archaeology. Draws on scholarly research and eyewitness reports. Reveals the corruption, rivalries, scandals, and explosive conflicts ignited by the discovery. Detailing the history of the tomb and its construction, Vandenberg re-creates the fascinating world of ancient Egypt--the revolutionary rule of Akhenaten and Nefertiti, the splendid pageantry, the desperate power struggles, the palace and temple intrigues, the customs, beliefs, and bizarre sexual practices.