- These are nine stories of Ancient Egypt, wittily retold in comic-strip style. Full of mystery and adventure, the stories of the Egyptian pharaohs and their ancient gods are steeped in thousands of years of history. From the creation myth to the curse of Tutankhamen and the fall of Cleopatra, Marcia Williams" classic comic strip retellings bring new life to the myths and wonders of this ancient civilization. You can open the gatefold pages to reveal the curse of Tutankhamen. You can discover fascinating facts, such as how the Egyptians mummified the bodies of their pharaohs.