Kiara, diamant écorché par le sang. Vol. 3

Hazel Diaz

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""The Life and Times of Akhnaton Pharaoh of Egypt"" by Arthur Weigall is a historical account of the reign of the pharaoh Akhnaton, who ruled Egypt during the 18th dynasty in the 14th century BCE. The book covers Akhnaton's life, his religious and political reforms, and his impact on Egyptian society and culture. Weigall examines the pharaoh's relationship with his wife, Queen Nefertiti, and their children, as well as his efforts to establish a monotheistic religion centered on the sun god, Aten. The author also explores the influence of Akhnaton's reign on subsequent Egyptian history and the role of his successors in shaping the legacy of his rule. With detailed analysis and engaging prose, ""The Life and Times of Akhnaton Pharaoh of Egypt"" offers a fascinating glimpse into one of ancient Egypt's most enigmatic and influential leaders.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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