Peter Hessler Visits the Ancient City of Armana in The Guardian
Read Peter’s Long Read in the Guardian, adapted and expanded from The Buried in advance of the book’s publication next week.
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Anand Gopal Praises THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Witty and deeply humane …unlike any other book I’ve read about the Egyptian revolution, and stands as a remarkable testament to the country’s extraordinary history and to the struggle for human freedom.”
Publishers Weekly Gives THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler a Starred Review
“…at once engrossing and illuminating …this stakes a strong claim to being the definitive book to emerge from the Egyptian revolution.”
Peter Hessler and Sewell Chan Talk About Egypt Since the Arab Spring at the LA World Affairs Council
Hessler will discuss the impact of the revolution on Egyptian culture, business, and politics at a Global Café Breakfast in Los Angeles on May 13th.
Hear Peter Hessler and Pico Iyer in Conversation at the 92nd Street Y on May 8th
Two masters discuss the writing life and their two new books at the famed cultural and community center in New York City.
Library Journal Gives THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler a Starred Review
“This is writing at its best and highly recommended for anyone interested in Egypt, modern or ancient.”
Larissa MacFarquhar Praises THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“Peter Hessler is one of the finest storytellers of his generation.”
Kirkus Gives THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler a Starred Review
“Nuanced and deeply intelligent … view of … an endlessly complex place and people.”
Ben Rhodes Praises THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“THE BURIED is the kind of book that you don’t want to end and won’t forget.”
Paul Theroux Praises THE BURIED: An Archaeology of the Egyptian Revolution by Peter Hessler
“…in all senses archeology – tenacious, revelatory, and humane.”