The Orion Mystery: Unlocking the Secrets of the PyramidsThe story of a secret, hidden for thousands of years, that will change forever our understanding of the meaning and purpose of one of the most fascinating wonders of the ancient world: the Pyramids of Egypt. 40 pages of black-and-white photographs. |
Contents
Analysis of the Giza Layout Plan | 108 |
The Pyramids of Dashour showing meridional offset | 141 |
Orientation of the four shafts in the Great Pyramid | 174 |
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The Orion Mystery: Unlocking the Secrets of the Pyramids Robert Bauval,Adrian Gilbert Limited preview - 2010 |
The Orion Mystery: Unlocking the Secrets of the Pyramids Robert Bauval,Adrian Gilbert No preview available - 1995 |
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