Although Robert Bloch has been writing Sci Fi novels and short stories for many years, this is my first encounter with one of his short stories. I noted, only after getting half way through, the resemblance to part of the TV series Star Gate, in the scenario that Egypt was fashioned after an ancient civilization originating on another planet. I would think the series adopted the idea from this story.After reading a bio of the author, I'll be taking the time to explore more of his works.