Olson, Lynne
Empress of the Nile: the daredevil archaeologist who saved Egypt's ancient temples from destruction
- ISBN 13:
- 9781911344261
- author:
- Olson, Lynne
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Scribe Publications
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 448
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.3 x 3.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Women, Biography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The story of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt is one of remarkable bravery and determination. In the 1960s, she played a crucial role in saving Egypt's ancient temples from destruction by leading a daring operation to dismantle and rebuild them. The project required immense skill and courage, as Desroches-Noblecourt faced opposition from powerful leaders, including Egyptian president Gamal Abdel Nasser and French president Charles de Gaulle. As a member of the French Resistance during World War II, Desroches-Noblecourt had already demonstrated her resilience in the face of adversity. Now, she was determined to preserve Egypt's cultural heritage for future generations. Her efforts were instrumental in ensuring that the temples remained in their homeland, rather than being lost forever. This book tells the remarkable true story of Christiane Desroches-Noblecourt and her fight to save Egypt's ancient temples.
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