Egyptomania: How an Ancient Civilization Became the World’s Greatest Obsession

A 45–60 minute illustrated history lecture for libraries and adult audiences.

From the Roman Empire to Victorian mummy fever to the blockbuster King Tut exhibitions of the 20th century, cultures across time have been irresistibly drawn to ancient Egypt.

This illustrated talk traces how and why Egypt became the most enduring obsession in world history, and what that obsession reveals about the stories we tell about the past.