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Manufacturer: Thames & Hudson
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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 932.010099
EAN: 9780500051450
ISBN: 0500051453
Label: Thames & Hudson
Manufacturer: Thames & Hudson
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 224
Publication Date: 2006-10-30
Publisher: Thames & Hudson
Studio: Thames & Hudson
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The definitive book that recounts the full history of the colorful queens of Egypt.
This fascinating saga spans 3,000 years of Egyptian queenship from Early Dynastic times until the suicide of Cleopatra in 30 BC. Starting with the unique role enjoyed by Egypt's women in the ancient world, the book goes on to present a biographical portrait of every queen, supplemented by a wealth of pictorial detail, datafiles, genealogical trees, timelines, and special features—from Childbirth to Wigs—highlighting different aspects of Egyptian culture.
The queen of Egypt was, first and foremost, a supportive wife and mother, but in times of dynastic crisis she was expected to act as her husband's deputy. The queen might be required to marshal troops, or to rule on behalf of an infant son. She might even be called upon to rule in her own right in the absence of a suitable king. The female pharaohs Hatshepsut and Tawosret, the sun queens Tiy and Nefertiti, the seductive Nefertari and Cleopatra: many of Egypt's queens have left an indelible mark on their country's history.
And what of Egypt's lesser queens, the numerous wives and daughters maintained in pampered seclusion in the harem palaces? These women are generally forgotten, their graves lost in the desert sands. But the anonymous ladies occasionally stepped from the security of the harem to influence the royal succession, and their stories too are told. 273 illustrations, 173 in color.
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Summary: Egypt's Queens
Comment: I've been waiting for a book like this to come out. If you have Chronicle of the Pharaohs you have to have this companion book. I truly enjoyed being able to see the woman or women behind the man. Also how the book gave insight of what life was like for the women inside the palace walls and out. I used it when I taught the 5th graders about Egypt at my daughters'school.
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Summary: Chronicle of the Queens of Egypt
Comment: I am enjoying reading my recent purchase from the above book, I have always enjoy reading books from Thames and Hudson, excellent history and reference materials. Keep up the good work, I will look forward for more books from them.
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Summary: Queens in Review
Comment: Joyce Tyldesley's research is evident in her writing. She did a good job on many Queens who are veiled in mystery as her biographies of the well known names. This book serves as a great mate to the Chronicles of the Pharaohs. Enjoyable reading.
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