High resolution model of the Seila Pyramid released to Heritage Key, along with a shot of Snefru’s stele.

Archaeology is recognised as a vital science on the world stage today. But it hasn't always been so - its origins stretch back just 250 years. Who were archaeology's Founding Fathers?

What lies buried under the Great Sphinx at Giza? Secret galleries full of Atlantean lore? Ancient mummified astronauts from Sirius?? A perilous fluidic beast that lurks in the dark and feeds on Egyptian gods???

Experts claim they have discovered the world's largest pyramid, in the lost Maya city of El Mirador.

Professor Jonathan Haas is an antropological archaeologist with over 30 years of field experience. He currently works as the Curator of Anthropology at the Field Museum in Chicago, US, and…

This unique book brings the work of Jean-Claude Golvin to the English-reading public for the first time. Jean-Claude Golvin is a director of CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique). For 10 years he led the French-Egyptian Centre for Research, the institute that restored Karnak. He is also engaged in scientific studies of the Roman sites of Tunisia, including the discoveries at Carthage. For over 20 years, Golvin's drawings have illustrated numerous academic publications, general reading and magazine articles.  Golvin's mission is to breathe life into ancient sites through the liveliness of line and the evocative power of watercolour painting. There is, however, little of the whimsy in his reconstructions of the past: these powerful images are the result of a mind trained in architecture, and stem from a working life devoted to archaeology and working with the leading exponents in their field. To critics who promote the power of computer-aided design, Golvin argues that the technology results in a lifeless starkness; what matters most to him is the colouring, the nuances of tonality and the beauty of the picture. A Golvin watercolour invites you to dream. Collected in this book are images of the most important places from before 2500 BC to AD 500. Ancient Cities Brought to Life is intended to be a testament to the varied manner in which mankind can build cities, temples, public spaces and living areas. It is nothing less than an invitation to rediscover antiquity.

The Road Less Travelled is a guide to the world's unspoilt sights and experiences. Presenting 1,000 fresh and fascinating alternatives to hundreds of well-known tourist destinations and sights, including alternatives to Stonehenge, the Pyramids and Uluru. It aims to highlight the most-visited national parks, most over-rated restaurants and all the holiday clichés, and present alternatives for more intrepid travellers. Written by a team of travel experts, and with a foreword by Bill Bryson, this book brings vibrant cities, enchanting sights, breathtaking natural wonders and unforgettable experiences to life with informative narrative and stunning photography. Destinations are divided by theme: Ancient and Historical Sights; Festivals and Parties; Great Journeys; Architectural Marvels; Natural Wonders; Beaches; Sports and Activities; Art and Culture; and Cities. Less crowded, generally less expensive and, the authors claim, often more spectacular and rewarding, these lesser-known wonders of the world are intended to remind travellers what real travel is all about.

The Pyramid Plot is a thrilling adventure story packed with entertaining puzzles to solve. It comes complete with clues throughout and answers at the back of the book. It offers a challenging and engaging read that is perfect for reluctant readers aged eight and over. It forms part of Usborne's Puzzle Adventures series.