Egypt, beyond the pyramids /
Explores what archaeology can tell us about life in ancient Egypt and looks at the ongoing investigations of archaeologists. Vol. 1 focuses on the history of several great temples, such as the temple at Karnak, and the current efforts to restore and preserve these temples. Vol. 2 explores Kent Weeks...
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| Format: | Video |
| Language: | English |
| Language Notes: | This edition in English. |
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New York, NY :
Distributed by New Video,
©2001.
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| Series: | Egypt beyond the pyramids ;
1-2 Egypt beyond the pyramids ; 4 World history in video |
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| Summary: | Explores what archaeology can tell us about life in ancient Egypt and looks at the ongoing investigations of archaeologists. Vol. 1 focuses on the history of several great temples, such as the temple at Karnak, and the current efforts to restore and preserve these temples. Vol. 2 explores Kent Weeks' discovery in 1987 of tomb KV5, the largest tomb in the Valley of the Kings and resting place of the children of Ramesses II. Vol. 3 examines the daily life of the common people and looks at the results of fieldwork at Mendes and Deir El Medina. Addresses topics such as diet, sanitation, and the role of women in ancient Egypt. Vol. 4 investigates the ancient Egyptians' views on death and the afterlife, as well as the rituals and rites, such as mummification, associated with burials. |
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| Item Description: | Originally broadcast as a 4-part television mini-series on the History Channel. Missing v.3, "The daily life of ancient Egyptians." |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (1 video file (approximately 200 min.)) : sound, color. |
| Playing Time: | 02:19:54 |
| Production Credits: | Produced, written and directed by David Devries. |