Three Stones Make a Wall: The Story of Archaeology, Paperback - Eric H. Cline

In 1922, Howard Carter peered into Tutankhamun's tomb for the first time, the only light coming from the candle in his outstretched hand. Urged to ...

Discusses the origins and early pioneers of biblical archaeology as a discipline, and the major controversies that prompted many explorers to go in...

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Publisher: Princeton University PressAuthor(s): Eric H. ClineIllustration(s): 51 b/w illus. 3 tables. 2 maps.Number of pages: 432Publication date: ...

Reducere. From acclaimed archaeologist and bestselling author Eric Cline, a breathtaking account of how the collapse of an ancient civilized world ushered in...

A vivid portrait of the early years of biblical archaeology from the acclaimed author of 1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization CollapsedIn 1925, James H...

DescriptionThe thrilling history of archaeological adventure, with tales of danger, debate, audacious explorers, and astonishing discoveries around...

Reducere. DescriptionPaul MacKendrick has a thrilling tale to tell. . . . His book is for those who want an authoritative exposition of what archaeologists a...

Reducere. Contributor(s): Author: Elizabeth MannIllustrator: Alan Witschonke This is the story of a people's struggle for absolute security in a violent and ...

Publisher: iUniverseAuthor(s): D J VodickaNumber of pages: 152Publication date: 2009Dimensions: 160 x 237 x 23Cover type: HardbackRedescopera farme...

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A riveting account of the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe, the end of the Cold War and the fall of the Berlin Wall.

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Redescopera farmecul lecturii si alege-ti de pe elefant.ro carti in limba engleza scrise de autori consacrati. Iti punem la dispozitie sute de mii ...

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