Biography
Justin Chay's interest in ancient history began when he stumbled upon his first non-fiction book (about ancient Egypt) as a child. His childhood was spent poring over ancient mythology and history. He has traveled through China, England, France, Italy, Japan, Korea, Morocco, Scotland, and Spain to learn more about the past.
Education
- B.A. (English/Political Science), Vassar College
- J.D., Emory University School of Law
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A History of the World in 100 Objects
When you visit a museum, you probably skip a few exhibits - some broken pottery shards here, a tiny scrap of...
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Bronze Ritual Vessel in the Shape of a Rhinoceros
This bronze ritual vessel dates to 1100 – 1050 BCE (Shang Dynasty period). Unearthed in Liangshan...
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Egyptian Mummy
An Egyptian mummy displayed in Emory University's Michael C. Carlos Museum in Atlanta. The mummy is that of a man who lived during...
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Haniwa in the Form of a Man
Haniwa from the Kofun period of Japan (250-538 CE), as displayed in the San Francisco Asian Art Museum.
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Templo de Debod
The Templo de Debod is an ancient Egyptian temple (c. 200 BCE) reconstructed in Madrid. The temple was a gift from the Egyptian...
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Entrance to the Ksar of Aït Benhaddou
The ksar (or fortified village) of Aït Benhaddou in Ouarzazate Province, Morocco, is an example of pre-Saharan...
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Ksar of Aït Benhaddou
The ksar (or fortified village) of Aït Benhaddou in Ouarzazate Province, Morocco, is an example of pre-Saharan earthen construction...
