Part 1. Just saying this ancient country's name evolkes mystery and wonder. Who were the people who created the magical Phinx? Or built the great pyramids, an architectural feat unrivaled to this day? What happened to the culture whose rulers dominated the eastern Mediterranean when Europe was still populated by namdic tribes? In vol. 1 of this fascinating documentary, you'll learn about the country, its people, and its history. Through the stunning visuals, you'll see the magnificent creations of a nation so advanced that it was harvesting crops and domesticating animals 12,000 years before the birth of Christ. And witness the awesome power of the pharoaohs as they built ever grander monuments to their own blory. Part 2. Ancient Egyptians created some of the most beauitful art and architecture the world has ever known. In Vol. 2 take a close-up look at these treasures and how they were discovered. Eerie images and breathtaking narrative bring you along with Howard Carter as he discovers the tomb of Tutankhamen, the "Boy King," in 1922. Watch as the tomb of Ramses II -- father of 162 children -- is unearthed in 1988. And learn how the jewlry, furniture, statuary and other priceless items inside paint a vivid picture of how life was lived in this ancient land. From the excavations throughout the Nile Valley, archeologists have been able to piece together a clear understanding of ancient Egypt's religious, military and daily life. Using everything from artwork to the contents of a mummy's stomach, this tape will take you on a voyage of discovery to the mysterious place that is Egypt.
OCLC:
(OCoLC)41243891
Locations:
OAAX516 -- Maharishi University of Management Library (Fairfield)
This resource is supported by the Institute of Museum and Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act as administered by State Library of Iowa.