The Life and Times of Akhnaton, Pharaoh of Egypt by Arthur E. P. Brome Weigall

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Author Weigall, Arthur E. P. Brome (Arthur Edward Pearse Brome), 1880-1934
LoC No. 15009827
Title The Life and Times of Akhnaton, Pharaoh of Egypt
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Summary "The Life and Times of Akhnaton, Pharaoh of Egypt" by Arthur E. P. Brome Weigall is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work chronicles the fascinating life and reign of Akhnaton, a unique figure in ancient Egyptian history, known for his radical reforms and revolutionary religious doctrines. This biography presents not only the events of his reign but also explores the philosophical and cultural shifts initiated under his leadership. At the start of the narrative, the author sets the stage by discussing the exceptional nature of Akhnaton's reign compared to other Pharaohs in ancient Egypt. Highlighting Akhnaton's upbringing, his lineage, and the political backdrop of the time, Weigall elaborates on the religious transformations and conflicts that define Akhnaton's rule. The opening section introduces key figures in his life, including his ancestors, particularly his mother Queen Tiy, and establishes the groundwork for understanding Akhnaton as a significant and often misunderstood leader who sought to reshape the spiritual and cultural landscape of his time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DT: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Africa
Subject Egypt -- History -- To 332 B.C.
Subject Egypt -- Religion
Subject Akhenaton, King of Egypt
Subject Pharaohs -- Biography
Subject Egypt -- History -- Eighteenth dynasty, ca. 1570-1320 B.C.
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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