Ancient Origins
Ancient Origins seeks to uncover, what we believe, is one of the most important pieces of knowledge we can acquire as human beings — our beginnings.
Curse of the Buried Pearl: Tomb Curses, Spirits and the Hunt for Ancient Treasures — Part I
All knew about the mummy’s curse — in the 17th century the transportation of Egyptian corpses was believed to stir up storms and cause misfortune, and therefore such trade was prohibited by the nautical laws of Egypt. These rules were explored in the rare, Arabic Book of the Buried Pearl. This ancient book is still controversial as it concerns treasure hunting and plundering. Guest Author Chris ‘Mogg’ Morgan translates the mysterious book and reveals the histories of tombs, curses, and the mind-set of the tomb raider.
