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The Life and Times of Akhnaton Pharaoh of Egypt

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""The Life and Times of Akhnaton Pharaoh of Egypt"" is a historical book written by Arthur Weigall. The book is a comprehensive account of the reign of Akhnaton, the pharaoh of Egypt who ruled during the 18th dynasty. The author explores the life of Akhnaton, his family, and his religious beliefs, shedding light on the culture and society of ancient Egypt.Weigall provides an in-depth analysis of Akhnaton's reign, including his political and military campaigns, his construction projects, and his impact on Egyptian art and literature. The author also examines the religious reforms that Akhnaton implemented during his reign, which included the worship of a single god, Aten, and the rejection of traditional Egyptian gods.Throughout the book, Weigall draws on a variety of sources, including inscriptions, sculptures, and other artifacts, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of life in ancient Egypt. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, Egyptian culture, or the life of Akhnaton.1923. In a simple, straightforward manner, Weigall, who at the time of the writing of this volume was Inspector-General of the Antiquities of Upper Egypt for the British Government, and firsthand witness to the discoveries of the tombs of Akhnaton, offers a coherent portrait of the young and revolutionary pharaoh. Contents: The Parents and Grandparents of Akhnaton; The Birth and Early Years of Akhnaton; Akhnaton Founds a New City; Akhnaton Formulates the Religion of Aton; The Tenth to the Twelfth Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; The Thirteenth to the Fifteenth Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; The Last Two Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; and The Fall of the Religion of Akhnaton. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781162641775
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 318
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x17 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 426 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 25. november 2024
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""The Life and Times of Akhnaton Pharaoh of Egypt"" is a historical book written by Arthur Weigall. The book is a comprehensive account of the reign of Akhnaton, the pharaoh of Egypt who ruled during the 18th dynasty. The author explores the life of Akhnaton, his family, and his religious beliefs, shedding light on the culture and society of ancient Egypt.Weigall provides an in-depth analysis of Akhnaton's reign, including his political and military campaigns, his construction projects, and his impact on Egyptian art and literature. The author also examines the religious reforms that Akhnaton implemented during his reign, which included the worship of a single god, Aten, and the rejection of traditional Egyptian gods.Throughout the book, Weigall draws on a variety of sources, including inscriptions, sculptures, and other artifacts, to provide a vivid and detailed picture of life in ancient Egypt. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in ancient history, Egyptian culture, or the life of Akhnaton.1923. In a simple, straightforward manner, Weigall, who at the time of the writing of this volume was Inspector-General of the Antiquities of Upper Egypt for the British Government, and firsthand witness to the discoveries of the tombs of Akhnaton, offers a coherent portrait of the young and revolutionary pharaoh. Contents: The Parents and Grandparents of Akhnaton; The Birth and Early Years of Akhnaton; Akhnaton Founds a New City; Akhnaton Formulates the Religion of Aton; The Tenth to the Twelfth Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; The Thirteenth to the Fifteenth Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; The Last Two Years of the Reign of Akhnaton; and The Fall of the Religion of Akhnaton. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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