History Smashers: Ancient Egypt

by Kate Messner

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Ancient Egypt beyond the familiar myths

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Ancient Egypt beyond the familiar myths

Kate Messner’s history book sets popular claims about ancient Egypt—including a curse linked to King Tutankhamun’s tomb and the idea that aliens built the Pyramids—against what historians have learned about the civilization. The discovery of the tomb serves as a point of entry to Egyptian culture, while the discussion of the Pyramids highlights the capabilities of the people who built them. The book’s myth-busting approach connects historical evidence with familiar stories, inviting young readers to reconsider what they think they know about this early civilization.

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Ages 9–12 interested in ancient Egypt and history
Young readers curious about myths surrounding King Tutankhamun and the Pyramids
Children who enjoy nonfiction that examines popular historical claims

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Ancient Egyptian civilizationKing Tutankhamun’s tombThe PyramidsHistorical myths and evidence

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Book overview

Myths! Lies! Secret mummy curses? Grab your head lamp, the award-winning History Smashers are headed to Ancient Egypt to dig up the truth about this incredible early civilization--and the many myths that will be buried once and for all.

A SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR

In 1922, explorers opened King Tut's tomb and a nasty hex was placed on everyone present. RIGHT? Not so much. Okay, but aliens did soar in on a space craft and build the Pyramids, right? WRONG!

The discovery of King Tutankhamun's tomb taught historians a lot about ancient Egyptian culture. But no one incurred the wrath of a mummy. And this early civilization had the money, power, and smarts to build the Pyramids--along with a host of other impressive structures!

Join beloved author and educator Kate Messner as she digs up the truth about life in Ancient Egypt.

Ready to bust new myths? Check out more titles in the History Smashers series: The Mayflower - The Titanic - Pearl Harbor - Plagues and Pandemics

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