The glory of the Pharaohs

"The Glory of the Pharaohs" by Arthur E. P. Brome Weigall is a look into the world of early 20th-century Egyptology, highlighting the real-world work that helps us understand ancient Egypt. The book champions the idea that getting your hands dirty in the field is way more valuable than just studying artifacts in a museum. Weigall spends time exploring the special bond between Egyptologists and the actual places where ancient Egyptians lived, arguing that this connection leads to a much richer understanding of the past. He emphasizes the difficulties that Egyptologists face and stresses the importance of seeing ancient Egypt in its historical context, intertwined with an understanding of the modern Egyptian culture that exists today.