Fort Morgan Public Library

"An exploration of the questions and mysteries surrounding the pyramids of Egypt. Features include a map, fact boxes, biographies of famous experts on ancient Egypt, places to see and visit, a glossary, further readings, and index"--

A leading archaeologist interweaves family history and the latest archaeological data into the story of the construction of the great pyramids of Giza, the saga of the fourth dynasty of Egypts Old Kingdom, and the advanced civilization that spawned the engineering expertise and architectural artistry that existed during the time.

Using thumb indexes, zoom through time--minutes, days, years, or sometimes even centuries--from one page to the next.

Probes the history, origins, and purpose of the pyramids in the Valley of Mexico, Yucatan, and Central America, with emphasis on the Pyramid of the Sun and the Pyramid of the Moon near Mexico City. Recounts the history of these structures from their first sighting by Cortes as rubble-covered mounds through four centuries of efforts to solve the mystery of their existence.

The discovery of a strange and superior warship sends Dion, youngest son of the king of Xanthos, and Chloe, a Phalesian princess, on a journey across the sea, where they are confronted by a kingdom far more powerful than they could ever have imagined. But they also find a place in turmoil, for the ruthless sun king, Solon, is dying. In order to gain entrance to heaven, Solon is building a tomb-a pyramid clad in gold-and has scoured his own empire...

Text and illustrations depict the construction and uses of the pyramids in ancient Egypt and explore how people lived and worked in that time.

Looks at the history of the pyramids of Egypt, how they were conceived, who built them, and the legacy of the monuments.

Discusses the building of the Egyptian pyramids, strange stories associated with them, and possible powers possessed by pyramids.

Presents an illustrated exploration of the Great Pyramid in Giza, Egypt, including its purpose and how it was constructed.