{"product_id":"9780061842368","title":"Temples, Tombs, \u0026 Hieroglyphs: A Popular History of Ancient Egypt","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eWorld-renowned Egyptologist Barbara Mertz explores the reality behind the bestselling fiction she writes (as Elizabeth Peters) and casts a dazzling light on a remarkable civilization.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfascinating chronicle of an extraordinary people—from the first Stone Age settlements through the reign of Cleopatra and the Roman invasions—\u003cem\u003eTemples, Tombs, and Hieroglyphs\u003c\/em\u003e brings ancient Egypt to life as never before. Lavishly illustrated with pictures, maps, and photographs, it offers tantalizing glimpses into Egyptian society; amazing stories of the pharaohs and the rise and fall of great dynasties; a sampling of culture, religion, and folklore; stories of explorers, scientists, and scoundrels who sought to unravel or exploit the ageless mysteries; and new insights into the architectural wonders that were raised along the banks of the Nile.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HarperCollins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47147972526320,"sku":"9780061842368","price":25.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/9780061842368_p0.jpg?v=1769888517","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9780061842368","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}