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Book Synopsis: The ideal introduction to the great temples of Lower Nubia. The three-thousand-year-old rock-cut temples at Abu Simbel and the story of their rescue from the rising waters of Lake Nasser in the 1960s are almost as familiar worldwide as the tale of the gold funerary mask and brief life of the boy king Tutankhamun. Yet although they remain among the most celebrated, visited, and photographed archaeological sites in the world, the lower Nubian temples—from Philae in the north to Abu Simbel in the south—are some of the least understood by the visitor.
In this lucidly written, beautifully illustrated book, Nigel Fletcher-Jones places the temples in their historical context, telling the story of the discovery of the Abu Simbel temples, and why and how they were moved, explaining what the Nubian temples teach us about ancient Egypt, which gods and goddesses were worshiped there, and the place of Rameses II in the long line of ancient Egyptian kings and queens.
With over 80 new photographs, diagrams, and maps, and packed with fascinating insights, Abu Simbel and the Nubian Temples is an ideal introduction to one of the world's great regions of archaeological splendor.
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Explore the enigmatic beauty of the ancient Abu Simbel and the Nubian Temples with our captivating book. Delve into the intriguing history of these three-thousand-year-old rock-cut temples and be transported to a world lost in time. Learn how these magnificent sites were rescued from the clutches of Lake Nasser's rising waters in the 1960s, just like the legendary tale of Tutankhamun's gold funerary mask.
Uncover the mysteries that surround the lower Nubian temples, from Philae in the north to Abu Simbel in the south. Despite being some of the most renowned archaeological sites worldwide, they are often the least understood by visitors. Our lucidly written and beautifully illustrated book by Nigel Fletcher-Jones will illuminate their historical context, allowing you to appreciate the significance of the discoveries made and the incredible feats involved in relocating these remarkable structures.
Immerse yourself in the rich knowledge of ancient Egypt and its captivating gods and goddesses. Discover the intricate details of the religious practices that took place within these temples. And let us guide you through the fascinating lineage of ancient Egyptian royalty, with a special emphasis on the legendary Rameses II.
Featuring over 80 captivating photographs, diagrams, and maps, our book will not only educate, but also transport you to the heart of these archaeological wonders. Each turn of the page will uncover new insights that will leave you spellbound.
Embark on a journey of exploration with Abu Simbel and the Nubian Temples, an ideal introduction to the extraordinary archaeological splendor that awaits you in one of the world's most remarkable regions. Start your adventure today!
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