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Unearthing Tutankhamun: Conflict and Consequences
This chapter explores the interactions between Howard Carter and his Egyptian colleagues during the excavation of King Tutankhamun's tomb, highlighting the fallout from Lord Carnarvon selling reporting rights to a newspaper. It also addresses the complexities of colonialism, the sacred nature of the tomb, and the ethical dilemmas surrounding the discovery of significant artifacts.