El Shahawy is an Egyptian Egyptologist and the author of several books. Focusing on ancient Thebes, she presents a selection of masterpieces from tombs and temples in Karnak and Luxor, and the
Deir el Bahri mummy cache, housed in the Luxor Museum. An introductory essay providing an overview of the history of Thebes, is followed by color photographs of 41 pieces chosen for their
historical importance or their artistic merit; accompanying descriptions identify the place and role played by each piece in the history of Thebes. Revisions from the first to second edition
are not stated. Distributed in the U.S. by International Publishers Marketing (IPM). Annotation 穢2008 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
