Podcast appearances and mentions of Ann R Williams

Editor: Ann R. Williams Book: TREASURES OF EGYPT: A Legacy in Photographs from the Pyramids to Cleopatra Publishing: National Geographic (October 18, 2022) Synopsis (from the Publisher): Drawing from National Geographic's unparalleled photo archive, the images in this breathtaking volume celebrate the vibrant beauty and rich cultural heritage of Egypt on the 100th anniversary of […] The post ANN R. WILLIAMS – TREASURES OF EGYPT: A Legacy in Photographs from the Pyramids to Cleopatra appeared first on KSCJ 1360.

Ann R. Williams shares highlights from TREASURES OF EGYPT on First Look with Andy Morris.

Blending high adventure with history, this chronicle of 100 astonishing discoveries from the Dead Sea Scrolls to the fabulous "Lost City of the Monkey God" tells incredible stories of how explorers and archaeologists have uncovered the clues that illuminate our past.Archaeology is the key that unlocks our deepest history. Ruined cities, golden treasures, cryptic inscriptions, and ornate tombs have been found across the world, and yet these artifacts of ages past often raised more questions than answers. But with the emergence of archaeology as a scientific discipline in the 19th century, everything changed.Illustrated with dazzling photographs, this enlightening narrative tells the story of human civilization through 100 key expeditions, spanning six continents and more than three million years of history. Each account relies on firsthand reports from explorers, antiquarians, and scientists as they crack secret codes, evade looters and political suppression, fall in love, commit a litany of blunders, and uncover ancient curses.Pivotal discoveries include:King Tut's tomb of treasureTerracotta warriors escorting China's first emperor into the afterlifeThe glorious Anglo-Saxon treasure of Sutton-HooGraves of the Scythians, the real Amazon warrior womenNew findings on the grim fate of the colonists of JamestownWith a foreword from bestselling author Douglas Preston, Lost Cities, Ancient Tombs is an expertly curated and breath-taking panorama of the human journey.

Archaeology has changed considerably over the past century. In this episode, we spoke with Ann R. Williams of National Geographic about the new book Lost Cities Ancient Tombs, significant discoveries from the past century, and what it means to dig […]

Today's guests on Cool Science Radio are ( 2:41) Ann R. Williams, National Geographic Editor of LOST CITIES, ANCIENT TOMBS and ( 28:25) Leonard Mlodinow author of EMOTIONAL: How Feelings Shape Our Thinking

Author, archaeologist, and retired National Geographic writer Ann R. Williams stopped by the Bunker to talk with Brad about her latest book, Lost Cities, Ancient Tombs, a beautiful book that explores one-hundred of the most important—and fascinating—archeological finds. In this episode, Brad just sat back and let Ann tell some of the riveting stories you'll find in the book. And, she and Brad discussed how closely connected we are to human history, no matter how far back it stretches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Tori and Nicole begin by nerding out over stationery and planners as they think towards the upcoming new year. Nicole previews some new nonfiction titles that will arrive at the library soon, and Tori highlights a summer read and a new children's graphic novel. The ladies talk about some mobile games that have caught their attention as they wrap up the episode. The resources discussed in this episode are listed below: Is Atheism Dead? by Eric Metaxas; You Were Made for This Moment: Courage for Today and Hope for Tomorrow by Max Lucado; Will by Will Smith; The Menopause Myth: What Your Mother, Doctor, and Friends Haven't Shared about Life After 35 by Arianna Sholes-Douglas; Twice A Daughter: A Search for Identity, Family, and Belonging by Julie Ryan McGue; Going There by Katie Couric; The Reckoning: Our Nation's Trauma and Finding A Way to Heal by Mary L. Trump; Holy Hot Mess: Finding God in the Details of this Weird and Wonderful Life by Mary Katherine Backstrom; What Unites Us: Reflections on Patriotism by Dan Rather; What Unites Us: The Graphic Novel by Dan Rather, illustrated by Elliot Kirschner and Tim Foley; The Magic School Bus Explores Human Evolution by Joanna Cole, illustrated by Bruce Degen; The Jesus I Know: Honest Conversations and Diverse Opinions about Who He Is by Kathie Lee Gifford; Lost Cities, Ancient Tombs: 100 Discoveries That Changed the World by Ann R. Williams; Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 1 – The Birth of Humankind by David Vandermeulen, Daniel Casanave, and Yuval Noah Harari; Sapiens: A Graphic History, Volume 2 – The Pillars of Civilization by David Vandermeulen, Daniel Casanave, and Yuval Noah Harari; Peril by Bob Woodward and Robert Costa; Cracking the Menopause: While Keeping Yourself Together by Mariella Frostrup and Alice Smellie; Black Heroes of the Wild West by James Otis Smith; Foul Play by Janet Evanovich; The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck; The Good Earth graphic adaptation by Pearl S. Buck, illustrated by Nick Bertozzi; Apologies to Pearl S. Buck by Celeste Ng; Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck; Art Puzzle mobile app; Cooking Fever mobile app