Reflections of Osiris: Lives from Ancient EgyptOxford University Press, 19 de set. 2002 - 192 pàgines Spanning more than two millennia, Reflections of Osiris opens a small window into a timeless world, capturing the flavor of life in ancient Egypt through vivid profiles of eleven actual people and the god Osiris. Some of the figures profiled here are famous. Ray discusses Imhotep, whom he calls "Egypt's Leonardo"--the royal architect of the Step Pyramid, high priest of the sun cult, and a man of great medical skill. We meet Hatshepsut, a rare female Pharaoh, who had herself depicted as a male figure in temple scenes, ceremonial beard and all. Horemheb, who rose from local politician to general and finally to king. And the legendary magician, Pharaoh Nectanebo II, the greatest builder of temples. Equally intriguing are the lives of everyday Egyptians who are also resurrected here. There is Heqanakhte, a cantankerous peasant farmer who has problems with his sons--and they with their stepmother. And Petiese, a scribe whose petition to the authorities preserves a feud stretching back over generations. Most fascinating of all are the people of the Serapeum: a Greek recluse, his brother (a rootless adolescent and police informer), two temple dancers with financial difficulties, and a temple scribe. All of whom we come to know intimately--even their dreams. Last comes the god Osiris, judge of the netherworld, creator of the land of Egypt, before whom all would appear at the end of their lives. Reflections of Osiris captures the full spectrum of life in ancient Egypt. With more than twenty halftones and several maps, this superb volume will fascinate anyone interested in an inside look at the great ancient civilization of the Nile. |
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Introduction | 1 |
1 Egypts Leonardo Imhotep c 2650 BC | 5 |
2 A Farmers Problems Heqanakhte c 1950 BC | 23 |
3 Gloriana Queen Hatshepsut reigned c 14731458 BC | 40 |
4 Justice and the Moon King Horemheb reigned c 13231295 BC | 60 |
5 The First Egyptologist Khaemwise c 12851225 BC | 78 |
6 The Temple Scribes Petition Petiese c 583511 BC | 97 |
7 The Magician Pharaoh Nectanebo II reigned 35983432 BC | 113 |
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