Al otro lado del Nilo

On the west bank of Luxor, a team of archaeologists has been excavating the tomb of Djehuty, one of the high-ranking officials of the queen-pharaoh Hatshepsut, for more than twenty-five years. On the other side of the Nile offers an immersive experience of real archaeological work. Through direct experience at the site, we witness the entire process: from the discovery and interpretation of objects (hieroglyphs, bead necklaces, 4,000-year-old gardens) to the doubts, mistakes, and debates that accompany each advance. The book reconstructs the world of Ancient Egypt —its beliefs, its political organization, its relationship with death— from an unusual perspective: that of someone working on the ground. And it raises inevitable questions: To what extent can we trust ancient sources? How much of the history we take for granted is fabricated? How do our own biases influence our interpretation of the past? With a blend of scientific rigor, humor, and a personal perspective, and through conversations with tourists, reflections, and adventures with Tutu, his dog, José Manuel Galán transforms archaeology into a vivid and engaging experience, taking us on a fascinating journey where every tomb is an enigma… and every answer unveils new mysteries.