A RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK
'An impressive amalgamation of scholarly research with popular history' - The Times
'An evocative account of an era of epic riches and ruthlessness' - History Revealed
'De la Bédoyère has not just an archaeologist's eye for accuracy but also a broadcaster's nose for a colourful story' - Radio Times
For over two centuries, Egypt was ruled by the greatest, most successful, and richest dynasty of kings in its long and epic history. These included the female pharaoh Hatshepsut, the warrior kings Thutmose III and Amenhotep II, the religious radical Akhenaten and his queen Nefertiti, as well as the most famous of all, the short-lived king Tutankhamun, known for the wealth of his tomb. They governed a system built on war, oppression, and cruelty, channeling Egypt's wealth into grand monuments, temples, and extravagant tombs. However, the power and wealth of the Pharaohs of the 18th Dynasty had serious consequences for Egypt's enemies and most of its people. The Pharaohs of the Sun is their extraordinary story, showing how allure and gold were tainted by ego, pomp, and the systematic exploitation of the people and enemies of Egypt.
Pages: 576, Year of Publication: 1010, Dimensions: 12.6x12.6cm
