Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Its Treasures

Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Its Treasures by I. E. S. Edwards is a digital PDF edition of the classic book on the pharaoh’s tomb. This digital download gives you instant access to a landmark illustrated volume. The PDF format preserves the original layout and photographs.

This book presents the archaeological record of the exploration of Tutankhamun’s tomb, discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter. It combines original black and white photographs by Harry Burton with color photographs by Lee Boltin. The text by I. E. S. Edwards offers a detailed account for readers interested in ancient Egypt.

Book Overview

Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Its Treasures is a visual and written account of the discovery and contents of the tomb of Tutankhamun. The text is by Egyptologist I. E. S. Edwards, with a foreword by Thomas Hoving. It was published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Alfred A. Knopf, Inc. in 1976, on the occasion of the exhibition “Treasures of Tutankhamun.”

This PDF includes 259 pages of photographs, historical text, and documentation. The book was originally published as a first edition and remains an important work on the subject.

What You’ll Discover Inside

• A step-by-step tour through the richly furnished funerary chambers of Tutankhamun.
• Original black and white photographs by Harry Burton made during the excavation.
• Color photographs by Lee Boltin, taken by special permission of the Cairo Museum.
• An introduction to the historical background of Tutankhamun, including his reign and death around 1325 B.C.
• A foreword by Thomas Hoving, Director of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
• Context for the exhibition “Treasures of Tutankhamun” (1976–1979).

Why This Book Matters

Tutankhamun: His Tomb and Its Treasures was the first book deliberately planned as a step-by-step trip through the tomb. It pairs archival excavation photographs with modern color photography, creating an unusual visual record.

The book was published for a major international exhibition and remains a valuable document of one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the twentieth century. It offers a unique perspective on the splendor of the finds and the process of discovery.

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