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Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2004
Language
English
Description
Purports to be the journal of Emily Sands during her travels in Egypt in 1926 to find the lost tomb of Osiris. Based on real Egyptology, each chapter covers a different place in Egypt. Who can resist the allure of ancient Egypt-and the thrill of uncovering mysteries that have lain hidden for thousands of years? Not the feisty Miss Emily Sands, who in 1926, four years after the discovery of King Tut's tomb, led an expedition up the Nile in search of...
Author
Series
Goosebumps. Original series volume 5
Language
English
Formats
Description
Gabe gets lost in the Great Pyramid, realizes he isn't alone, and wonders if the curse of the mummy's tomb is real.
Author
Series
Seven wonders volume 3
Language
English
Description
After Marco's betrayal, Jack McKinley and his friends must face their own demons and engage in a battle with foes long gone.
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Series
Language
English
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"People have long searched for the resting places of great leaders and tried to make sense of puzzling unidentified burial sites. From deadly tombs to treasure deep at sea, follow along and gather evidence to answer questions about lost tombs and treasure around the world."--
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Language
English
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Description
The United States commemorates unidentified fallen soldiers in a special way. All unknown soldiers that have lost their lives since World War I are honored through tombs, which symbolize the courage and bravery possessed by the unknown people buried inside them. Arlington Cemetery, home to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, boasts a peaceful atmosphere appropriate for the burial ground of hundreds of thousands of United States soldiers. This title uses...
Author
Publisher
Charlesbridge
Pub. Date
c2014
Language
English
Description
"...Unearths the mysteries of the Mawangdui (mah-wahng-dway) tombs, one of China's top archaeological finds of the last century. Miniature servants, mysterious silk paintings, scrolls of long-lost secrets, and the best preserved mummy in the world (the body of Lady Dai) are just some of the artifacts that shed light upon life in China during the Han dynasty."--Amazon.com.
Author
Series
Publisher
Scholastic Inc
Pub. Date
2014
Language
English
Description
An introduction to ancient Egypt features photos, timelines, and graphics that share insights into pharaohs, mummies, and pyramids while inviting readers to decode hieroglyphics and consider the actual cause of King Tut's death.
10) Albrek's tomb
Author
Series
Adventurers wanted volume 3
Publisher
Shadow Mountain
Language
English
Description
Newly-named wizard Alexander Taylor joins a familiar company of adventurers on a new quest to discover the fate of the legendary dwarf Albrek, find his mythical tomb, and locate the lost talisman that could be the key needed to save the entire dwarf realm.
Author
Series
Publisher
QEB Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
"Describes the historical circumstances that led to the deaths of and tombs being built for royalty such as Tutankhamun of Egypt, King Phillip II of Macedonia and Prince Liu Sheng of China plus the archaeological discoveries that found evidence of and preserved these tombs"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Children of the lamp volume 1
Pub. Date
2004
Language
English
Description
When twelve-year-old twins Philippa and John discover that they are descended from a long line of djinn, their mother sends them away to their Uncle Nimrod, who takes them to Cairo where he starts to teach them about their extraordinary powers. From acclaimed thriller writer P.B. Kerr comes an exceptional, imaginative adventure trilogy about a twin boy and girl with magical powers. A one-armed chauffeur? + Twin djinn? + Three wishes? Qwertyuiop! What...
13) King Tut
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Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub. Company
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
Takes readers inside the pharaohs tomb as they discover ancient treasures and learn how such artifacts shed light on King Tuts reign, his familys dynasty, the mystery surrounding his death, and the theories of King Tuts curse.--From publisher's website.
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Series
Publisher
Gareth Stevens Publishing
Pub. Date
2017.
Language
English
Description
"Long-told tales of lost tombs and hidden treasure have survived even into today's atmosphere of skepticism. Some of these artifacts definitely exist, their locations have just been forgotten. Others are truly myths. Readers want to know what is legend and which treasure to pursue. This compelling tome is their guide! There's plenty of history to explore as they learn about lost Inca gold, cursed Egyptian crypts, poisoned tombs in China, the missing...
Series
Publisher
World Book
Pub. Date
2011
Language
English
Description
"An introduction to the wonders of the world, both natural and those created by human beings. Features include fact boxes, maps, photographs, drawings, a glossary, and a list of recommended books and websites"--Provided by publisher.
Author
Series
Publisher
Greenleaf Book Group
Pub. Date
©2014
Language
English
Description
After winning a prestigious fellowship, twin explorers Gannon and Wyatt set off on a journey to Egypt to study with a world-renowned archaeologist. On their quest to find the long lost tomb of the Pharaoh Cleopatra, Gannon and Wyatt find that they aren't the only ones interested in Cleopatra's secrets. Ruthless tomb robbers are hot on their heels, and the brothers must brave venomous snakes, deadly booby traps, and ancient curses as they find themselves...
Author
Series
Publisher
Rosen Pub. Group
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
This compilation of some of history's most enthralling discoveries draws readers into a world of mystery, intrigue, and adventure. In lavish color and inky shadows, readers pursue a trail of investigation that leads to discoveries from King Tut's tomb to the terracotta army of China.
19) Hidden worlds
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Series
Publisher
Crabtree Pub
Pub. Date
©2013
Language
English
Description
Readers will be amazed at the examples of hidden things revealed such as underground tunnels, abandoned towns, ancient cave paintings, and an emperor's lost tomb.
Author
Series
Publisher
12 Story Library
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
"Brings to light 12 of history's lost treasures including The Copper Scroll, discovered in Jerusalem in the 1940's that is determined to be the oldest known religious writing; the Victoria Peak Treasure in New Mexico that was found in 1937, but then lost again; Confederate Colonel John Mosby's Treasure hidden in the woods of Fairfax County, Virginia, but still not found after 150 years; and more. The book features historic photos, interesting side...
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