Daughter of Egypt

Daughter of Egypt

Author: Marie Benedict Listening Length: 11h 26m

In the 1920s, archeologist Howard Carter and Lord Carnarvon of Highclere Castle made headlines around the world with the discovery of the treasure-filled tomb of the boy Pharaoh Tutankhamun. But behind it all stood Lady Evelyn Herbert—daughter of Lord Carnarvon—whose daring spirit and relentless curiosity made the mo...

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LUXOR, EGYPT

I return to the Winter Palace with far more than I bargained for. My trip to Hatshepsut’s temple had indeed yielded the tour I’d sought. But I also came away with a sense of unease and confusion, which is far less welcome.

What on earth had Mr. Hauser meant by the family business of antiquities dealing? This question haunted me during the barge trip across the Nile, and it continues to haunt me now over dinner with my parents and Howard.

I know that Papa has acquired a wealth of ancient Egyptian artifacts over the years.