Amenophis IV, also known as Akhenaten, worshiped the god Aten and banned all the others. He founded a new capital city, Akhetaten, now Tell el-Amarna. This short illustrated book provides details of Akhenaten's reign, that of his father Amenophis III, his wife Nefertiti and his daughters; it also discusses the religious and artistic beliefs of this period.
A list of museums exhibiting material relating to Akhenaten is included. Recommended reading for all.
very informative book for interested rea
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