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The Show-Biz Pharaoh Of Egypt's Antiquities.

Authors :
Waxman, Sharon
Source :
New York Times. 6/13/2005, Vol. 154 Issue 53244, pE1-E6. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2005

Abstract

Profiles Zahi Hawass, secretary general of Egypt's Supreme Council of Antiquities. Role of Hawass in arranging the exhibit of King Tutankhamen's treasures in the U.S.; Details of Hawass' influence on Egyptian archaeology; Changes made by Hawass to Egyptian laws on the preservation of archaeological treasures; Report that Hawass seeks to raise money with the exhibit, "Tutankhamen and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs," which opens in Los Angeles, California; Criticism from some archaeology leaders that Hawass' policies are too focused on publicity and profitability; Description of the key features of the King Tutankhamen exhibition.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
03624331
Volume :
154
Issue :
53244
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
New York Times
Publication Type :
News
Accession number :
17288193