The Curse of the Mummy: Uncovering Tutankhamun's Tomb (Scholastic Focus) by Cand

Description: The Curse of the Mummy: Uncovering Tutankhamun's Tomb (Scholastic Focus) by Candace Fleming Award-winning and critically acclaimed author Candace Fleming presents the edge-of-your-seat true story of the search for Tutankhamuns tomb, the Western publics belief that the dig was cursed, and the battle for ownership of the treasures within.Scholastic Focus is the premier home of thoroughly researched, beautifully written, and thoughtfully designed works of narrative nonfiction aimed at middle-grade and young adult readers. These books help readers learn about the world in which they live and develop their critical thinking skills, so that they may become dynamic citizens who are able to analyze and understand our past, participate in essential discussions about our present, and work to grow and build our future.During the reign of the New Kingdom of Egypt, the boy pharaoh Tutankhamun ruled and died tragically young. In order to send him on his way into the afterlife, his tomb was filled with every treasure he would need after death. And then, it was lost to time, buried in the sands of the Valley of the Kings.His tomb was also said to be cursed.Centuries later, as Egypt-mania gripped Europe, two Brits -- a rich earl with a habit for gambling and a disreputable, determined archeologist -- worked for years to rediscover and open Tutankhamuns tomb. But once it was uncovered, would ancient powers take their revenge for disturbing and even looting the pharaohs resting place? What else could explain the mysterious illnesses, accidents, and deaths that began once it was found? FORMAT Paperback CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Candace Fleming is the versatile and acclaimed author of more than twenty books for children and young adults, including Crash from Outer Space: Unraveling the Mystery of Flying Saucers, Alien Beings, and Roswell; The Curse of the Mummy: Uncovering Tutankhamuns Tomb; The Enigma Girls: How Ten Teenagers Broke Ciphers, Kept Secrets, and Helped Win World War II; The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh, winner of the YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction for Young Adults Award; the Sibert Award winner Honeybee: The Busy Life of Apis Mellifera; the Los Angeles Times Book Prize winner and Sibert Honor Book The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of the Russian Empire; and the critically acclaimed Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart. Visit Candace Fleming online at candacefleming.com. She lives outside of Chicago. Review Praise for The Family Romanov: Murder, Rebellion, and the Fall of Imperial Russia: Winner of the Los Angeles Times Book Prize for Young Adult LiteratureWinner of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for NonfictionA Robert F. Sibert Honor BookA YALSA Excellence in Nonfiction Award FinalistWinner of the Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction* "A remarkable human story, told with clarity and confidence." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "A wonderful introduction to this era in Russian history and a great read for those already familiar with it." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review* "For readers who regard history as dull, Flemings extraordinary book is proof positive that, on the contrary, it is endlessly fascinating, absorbing as any novel, and the stuff of an altogether memorable reading experience." -- Booklist, starred review* "Fleming has outdone herself with this riveting work of narrative nonfiction that appeals to the imagination as much as the intellect." -- The Horn Book, starred review* "This is both a sobering work, and the account of the discovery of their bones and the aftermath is at once fascinating and distressing. A solid resource and good recreational reading for high school students." -- School Library Journal, starred review* "With comprehensive source notes and bibliographies of print and online materials, this will be a boon to student researchers, but its also a heartbreaking page-turner for YAs who prefer their nonfiction to read like a novel." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books, starred reviewPraise for Amelia Lost: The Life and Disappearance of Amelia Earhart: * "Handwritten notes, photos, maps and inquisitive sidebars (What did Earhart eat during flight? Tomato juice and chocolate) complete this impeccably researched, appealing package. A stunning look at an equally stunning lady." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "The books structure and scope, along with the storys inherent drama, provide a taut, cinematic backdrop for the history of Earharts doomed flight." -- The Horn Book Magazine, starred review* "Ho-hum history? Not in Flemings apt hands. What could be a dry recitation of facts and dates is instead a gripping and suspenseful thriller... This book is splendid. Hand it to everyone." -- School Library Journal, starred review* "Fleming cleverly structures this biography to give the tale of tragedy a fresh and dreadful impact... As a result, this offers not only a provocative introduction to Earhart but also compelling glimpse of what it was like to watch her disappear from the world." -- The Bulletin of the Center for Childrens Books, starred review Details ISBN1338596632 Author Candace Fleming Pages 304 Publisher Scholastic US Year 2024 ISBN-13 9781338596632 Format Paperback Publication Date 2024-02-06 Imprint Scholastic US Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2024-02-06 NZ Release Date 2024-02-06 US Release Date 2024-02-06 UK Release Date 2024-02-06 DEWEY 932.014 Audience Children / Juvenile Audience Age 8-12 Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:158002486;

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