Table of Contents

1. Early years 2. Egypt: the beginnings 3. Consolidation and diversification 4. Chief Inspector 5. The Saqqara affair 6. Crisis and resolution 7. Five years’ explorations at Thebes 8. Royal tombs and Great War 9. The Valley of the Kings and discovery 10. The Antechamber 11. The Burial Chamber and death 12. The spirit of mischief 13. America and improving prospects 14. The royal body, with reverence 15. A long and steady plod 16. Non-fulfilment and decline Appendixes I. Letter from M. Jouveau to M. Maspero II. The Earl of Carnarvon’s permit to excavate III. The Earl of Carnarvon’s account of the opening IV. The Times agreement Addenda Sources and Bibliography Index

Promotional Information

Howard Carter ad arrived in Egypt as a 17-year old 'tracer' with rudimentary education, and progressed to become the first Chief Inspector of Antiquities in Upper Egypt. An improbable but auspicious partnership with the 5th Earl of Carnarvon developed in which the young Carter acted as assistant. This title presents his biography.

About the Author

T.G.H. James is a former Keeper of Egyptian Antiquities at the British Museum. He has published extensively on Egyptological subjects, including Tutankhamun (Tauris Parke).

Reviews

'This book cannot be more highly recommended to those who love archaeology, Egyptology or maintain a fascination with Tutankhamun and his tomb. As a biography it is first-rate.' - Donald P Ryan, Archaeology '...a serious vintage served by the most knowledgeable of wine-waiters'. - John Ray, Times Literary Supplement '[This] book will delight those eager to learn about archaeology abroad' - Gerald Cadogan, Financial Times