The Real Scorpion King

The History Channel Presents

by Cameron Banks

Based on a popular episode that aired on The History Channel, this thrilling book explores the true story behind the real-life Scorpion King, the character portrayed by The Rock in the smash hit film!

You've seen the movie. Heard about the incredible legend. But did you know that THE SCORPION KING was a real person who reigned in ancient Egypt?

Based on a popular History Channel episode that was narrated by WWE superstar The Rock, this book chronicles the true story behind The Scorpion King, one of the famed rulers of ancient Egypt. Join us on a thrilling quest as we investigate secrets of Egyptology, and come face to face with some creepy desert scorpions!

Packed with quizzes, fun facts, and 8-page photo insert, this book brings the past to vibrant life.

Genres: Nonfiction, History

64 pages, Paperback

Published March 1, 2003

Reviews

[Anna Shiverdecker · Rating 2 out of 5]

Some good basic information for children, but also an ad for the movie and other History Channel documentaries. It also wasn't fully coherent and the lack of pictures of what they were speaking about was a detriment (what pictures they did include, half were very odd choices).

[Frankie · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's dope

[Cole · Rating 5 out of 5]

It helped me increase my knowledge about Egyptian Mythology.