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Michael Klein details the careers of these fascinating women and explores how many important events they were instrumental in. With thorough research, Cleopatra and Nefertiti: Beyond Their Beauty and Seduction will open your eyes to the strength and audacity of these two queens.

They originated many thousands of years ago in a land far away from Egypt. From the gods of the underworld, Osiris and Anubis, to the gods of light such as Amun-Ra and Horus, the lives and actions of the gods of Ancient Egypt explain our very existence and our place in the universe.

Africa may have given rise to the first human beings, and Egypt probably gave rise to the first great civilizations, which continue to fascinate modern societies across the globe nearly 5,000 years later. From the Library and Lighthouse of Alexandria to the Great Pyramid at Giza, the ancient Egyptians produced several wonders of the world, revolutionized architecture and construction, created some of the world’s first systems of mathematics and medicine, and established language and art that spread across the known world.

Newspaper reporter Jason Salmon is lured into the world of Bernadine D'Anna. The mysterious woman wants the young man to write a book. A book she claims will change the history of mankind. The elderly female begins relating the story of a secret sect of women who have been influencing human history for twenty-eight thousand years. The reporter is genuinely skeptical until strange events begin happening and his life is threatened by an ancient group seeking the woman's hidden secrets. As the woman tells her story, it becomes clear that she has knowledge and abilities beyond imagination. The ...

Cleopatra’s palace shimmered with onyx and gold but was richer still in political and sexual intrigue. Though her life spanned fewer than 40 years, it reshaped the contours of the ancient world. Famous long before she was notorious, Cleopatra has gone down in history for all the wrong reasons. Stacy Schiff boldly separates fact from fiction to rescue the magnetic queen whose death ushered in a new world order, a generation before the birth of Christ.

Ancient Egyptian (Kemetic) scientific advancements are often underappreciated or unknown to most voices in the contemporary health movement. After observing this omission so frequently, I take it upon myself to call attention to this neglected history. We are committed to bringing awareness to the African roots of modern medical sciences. The foundational premise of this book is that primary attributions of advancement in biology and scientific medicine that have been afforded to the Greeks are misleading. While Greek contributions to the healing arts and sciences have been extensive and ...

From at least 4000 BCE to the death of Cleopatra VII in 30 CE, Egyptian mythology was the foundation of Ancient Egyptian culture. Spanning over large dominions as distant as the Roman Empire and the Greco-Roman realm, Egyptian mythology was a prevailing entity. This audiobook tackles each spellbinding facet of the mythology, discussing the gods and goddesses, the pharaohs - including Tutankhamen and Cleopatra VII - the mysterious Book of the Dead, and the sacrifices made to the gods.

When the Late Bronze Age system of the Near East collapsed around the year 1200 BCE, the empires and kingdoms that had ruled the region for hundreds of years were replaced by new dynasties and peoples. In some cases–such as in Egypt, Assyria, and Babylon–new dynasties came to power that followed the culture and styles of previous generations.

Egyptian gods have always held my fascination, from their usage in programs like Stargate to the similarities to other cultures' gods. There is just so much to find out about the temperamental, fickle, yet sometimes benevolent gods of Egypt. Inside this guide, I take a look at the gods that shaped one of the greatest nations on earth.

The Pharaoh Akhenaten was one of the most enigmatic people in ancient Egyptian history. Perhaps even in all of history. Often referred to as the heretic King, Akhenaten changed everything about Egypt, from the way religion was practiced to the art. Perhaps the most striking change was the art. He was often depicted with odd physical characteristics. These characteristics were not just relegated to his statuary, but to Akhenaten and his family as well.

For more than 200 years, Egypt's ancient monuments have fascinated researchers and curiosity seekers worldwide. From small children's mummies to colossal pyramids, every archaeological find has been scrutinised to unravel the mysteries of one of the world's oldest civilisations. Initially, investigations were conducted with digging spoons, brushes, and meticulous archaeological methods. In recent years, advanced scanning and DNA analysis have been employed.

In addition to being one of the ancient wonders of the world, the Great Pyramid of Giza is extraordinary for a number of reasons. It is one of the greatest feats of engineering in the ancient world, to the extent that it remained the tallest built structure in the world from the time it was finished up until the Lincoln Cathedral was completed around 1300 CE.

Mind-body expert Shelley A. Kaehr, PhD brings you The Nine of Heliopolis, the first in a new series on Egyptian Energy Healing. In one of the most prevalent Egyptian creation myths, nine deities ruled supreme in Heliopolis. Now you can work with these powerful forces to create strength and resilience in your life.

In 1595 BCE, a mysterious new army struck Babylon without warning, spreading terror throughout the city. These warriors would cross the ancient Near East, destroying anything in their way with ruthless efficiency. In a time of war and conquest, they were the mightiest military power of their age. They were the Hittites, a warlike civilization that rose in central Anatolia from the capital city of Hattusa.

Allow us to guide you through the mysterious and magnificent history of ancient Egypt with its gods, goddesses, kings, queens, pyramids, mythology, rituals, hieroglyphs, history, and much more. We promise that once you’ve finished this audiobook, you’ll not only take away a wealth of information, but you’ll own the experience as if you’ve lived it yourself! That's because we have a passion for presenting factual, enjoyable history and culture in a style that keeps you resisting the pauses.

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He was trained by Aristotle in every branch of human learning, conquered much of Asia, and was one of the greatest leaders in the history of the world. He greatly influenced the spread of Hellenism and is responsible for profound changes in the course of world development.

A wonderful journey through the splendors of the Pharaoh's Kingdom: Alexandria, Giza, Saqqara, Dendera, Deir El-Bahari, Deir El-Medina, Medinet-Habu, Karnak - Luxor, Elephantine, Assuan, Phile, Abu-Simbel and The tomb of Nefertari.

The pyramids of Egypt are such recognizable symbols of antiquity that for millennia, people have made assumptions about what they are and why they exist, without full consideration of the various meanings these ancient symbolic structures have had over the centuries. Generations have viewed them as symbols of a lost past, which in turn is often portrayed as a world full of romance and mystery.

Heródoto [500 AEC] dio testimonio presencial del Antiguo Egipto: Difusamente vamos a hablar del Egipto, pues de ello es digno aquel país, por ser entre todos maravilloso, y por presentar mayor número de monumentos que otro alguno, superiores al más alto encarecimiento. Este libro revela varios aspectos de la cultura del Antiguo Egipto. Esta edición del libro consta de cuatro partes con un total de 16 capítulos.