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In 1922, archaeologist Howard Carter uncovered the mythological King Tutankhamun's Egyptian tomb and the many magnificent artifacts contained therein, and ever since, the world has clamored for a firsthand look. This ornately illustrated volume shares the real-time narrative of Carter's historic expedition in photographs - and much more.Highlights include:The true story of King Tut, as told by today's historiansPhotographs of the beautiful treasures uncovered from the tombA definitive guide to all the renditions of King Tut in movies and on TV.