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Book Description A comprehensive investigation of the Kushite kingdom, present day northern Sudan, which briefly controlled Egypt during the 8th century BC and influenced Egyptian affairs for hundreds of years. Morkot examines ancient and antiquarian perceptions of the exotic lands of Nubia and Ethiopia and attempts to tie the towns of Kush to archaeological remains. A large part of the book concentrates on the role of the Nubians during Egypt's conflicts with Libya and the Assyrians.
About the Author Although still a young researcher, Dr Robert Morkot has already led a distinguished academic life. After completing his PhD on 'The Economic and Cultural Exchange between Kush and Egypt', he was Scholar in Sudanese Archaeology and Meroitic at Humbolt-Universitat in Berlin and then Fellow in Near Eastern Archaeology at the University of Oxford (1987-1991). Since 1992 he has devoted more time to writing and traveling, although he has continued to lecture part-time at the Universities of Surrey, Exeter, and London. He was one of the authors of the controversial book 'Centuries of Darkness' (1991) and is the author of numerous articles on Egypt and the Aegean world. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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Synopsis Five centuries after Ramses,mhe empire seems to be hurtling towards irretrievable ruin. Piankhy the Black Pharaoh governs his kingdom from the South with wisdom and kindness. He has only one desire: that the gods should once again dwell in a united Egypt. But the price to pay is a heavy one.
From the Publisher An epic tale of struggle and adventure Five centuries after Ramses, the temples of northern Egypt lie deserted, the old Gods forgotten. All people think about is lining their own pockets, corruption and injustice reign and with it’s former splendours long past, one of history’s greatest empires seems to be heading irrevocably towards destruction.
But one man, a Nubian, refuses to accept this. Piankhy, the Black Pharaoh, rules his Southern kingdom with wisdom and kindness, rejecting the dark destiny that seems to await all Egypt. In his heart, he has only one wish: to return the Gods to a united Egypt nurtured by love and justice.
But the price to pay for this will be a heavy one for this man of peace: it will mean confronting the Lybian Tefnakt, a ruthless and ambitious prince of the North, who is determined to restore order and reign as Pharaoh in splendour by taking the country by force.
War between the Black Pharaoh and the Libyan prince is inevitable. Despite his courage and bravery and his wife’s magic, is the Black Pharaoh really capable of achieving the impossible?
The survival of a thousand-year-old empire hangs on the victory of one of these two inflexible wills in this epic tale of real adventure. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
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The most brilliant adventure of a Pharoah awakening Egypt., August 21, 2001 Reviewer: Jim Kay(Vindaloo@kayr.fsnet.co.uk) from London, England When Ramesses fufilled the dream of uniting all of Egypt and creating peace in Egypt but then died his decendants did not strengthen the law of Ma'at upon Egypt, therefore allowing the three lands of Egypts to split up. A few thousand years after Ramesses death Pharoah Pia, a wise and peaceful ruler, has allowed the decay of Egypt and since he is in the south tribes from the north of the Delta have decided to take Egypt from the control of the Nubian king. Now Pia has to rise from his slumber and with his wife fight against the opposers of Ma'at to win back his country, but it won't be easy, as the rebels leader is an enemy worthy of Pia. Although the book contains parts where there are long parts they are needed as they represent the authors belief of mixing facts with drama. The amazing life of both the Pharoah and his opponent give us the knowledge to know everything about Egypt and its rulers. It is a brilliant followup to the Ramesses series and must be read. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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A book that will make you yawn!, January 14, 2001 Reviewer: Brian A Mckarkiel-Powell (Mckarkiel2Powell@aol.com from Braintree, England If I would have read this book before I went to Egypt, in 1995, it would have put me off for life. It has no structure & the plot is very weak. I suggest that Jacq's reads Wilbur Smith's book 'River God'. A well researched & excellent book. I have another suggestion - employ a good proofreader as there are several flaws. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Where's the enthusiasm?, July 14, 2000 Reviewer: A reader from Manchester, U.K. Seems Christian and his publishers are cashing in on the popularity and interest in Ancient Egypt. Not exactly an epic, rather a 'labored' coming together of notes and data. It pales in comparison with the Ramses series. It would have been less annoying if the publisher had bothered to employ a couple of prooof reeders throughout the series of books by the same author! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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Kendo, could you please edit this post? Just post some brief information about each book and the link to the book.
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Customers who bought this item also bought:
Lady of Abu Simbel (Ramses S.); Paperback ~ Christian Jacq For the Love of Philae; Paperback ~ Christian Jacq The Empire of Darkness (Queen of Freedom); Paperback ~ Christian Jacq Under the Western Acacia (Ramses S.); Paperback ~ Christian Jacq The Battle of Kadesh (Ramses S.); Paperback ~ Christian Jacq Explore similar items ...
Synopsis Five centuries after Ramses,mhe empire seems to be hurtling towards irretrievable ruin. Piankhy the Black Pharaoh governs his kingdom from the South with wisdom and kindness. He has only one desire: that the gods should once again dwell in a united Egypt. But the price to pay is a heavy one.
From the Publisher An epic tale of struggle and adventure Five centuries after Ramses, the temples of northern Egypt lie deserted, the old Gods forgotten. All people think about is lining their own pockets, corruption and injustice reign and with it’s former splendours long past, one of history’s greatest empires seems to be heading irrevocably towards destruction.
But one man, a Nubian, refuses to accept this. Piankhy, the Black Pharaoh, rules his Southern kingdom with wisdom and kindness, rejecting the dark destiny that seems to await all Egypt. In his heart, he has only one wish: to return the Gods to a united Egypt nurtured by love and justice.
But the price to pay for this will be a heavy one for this man of peace: it will mean confronting the Lybian Tefnakt, a ruthless and ambitious prince of the North, who is determined to restore order and reign as Pharaoh in splendour by taking the country by force.
War between the Black Pharaoh and the Libyan prince is inevitable. Despite his courage and bravery and his wife’s magic, is the Black Pharaoh really capable of achieving the impossible?
The survival of a thousand-year-old empire hangs on the victory of one of these two inflexible wills in this epic tale of real adventure. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.
See all reviews...
-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Customer Reviews Avg. Customer Review: Write an online review and share your thoughts with other shoppers! The Black Pharoah, December 18, 2005 Reviewer: A reader from Oxford, Oxon United Kingdom This book is what sparked my love of both the author's books and an interest in exploring many of places that were depicted within. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Was this review helpful to you?
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
The most brilliant adventure of a Pharoah awakening Egypt., August 21, 2001 Reviewer: Jim Kay(Vindaloo@kayr.fsnet.co.uk) from London, England When Ramesses fufilled the dream of uniting all of Egypt and creating peace in Egypt but then died his decendants did not strengthen the law of Ma'at upon Egypt, therefore allowing the three lands of Egypts to split up. A few thousand years after Ramesses death Pharoah Pia, a wise and peaceful ruler, has allowed the decay of Egypt and since he is in the south tribes from the north of the Delta have decided to take Egypt from the control of the Nubian king. Now Pia has to rise from his slumber and with his wife fight against the opposers of Ma'at to win back his country, but it won't be easy, as the rebels leader is an enemy worthy of Pia. Although the book contains parts where there are long parts they are needed as they represent the authors belief of mixing facts with drama. The amazing life of both the Pharoah and his opponent give us the knowledge to know everything about Egypt and its rulers. It is a brilliant followup to the Ramesses series and must be read. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Was this review helpful to you?
1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
A book that will make you yawn!, January 14, 2001 Reviewer: Brian A Mckarkiel-Powell (Mckarkiel2Powell@aol.com from Braintree, England If I would have read this book before I went to Egypt, in 1995, it would have put me off for life. It has no structure & the plot is very weak. I suggest that Jacq's reads Wilbur Smith's book 'River God'. A well researched & excellent book. I have another suggestion - employ a good proofreader as there are several flaws. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Was this review helpful to you?
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
Where's the enthusiasm?, July 14, 2000 Reviewer: A reader from Manchester, U.K. Seems Christian and his publishers are cashing in on the popularity and interest in Ancient Egypt. Not exactly an epic, rather a 'labored' coming together of notes and data. It pales in comparison with the Ramses series. It would have been less annoying if the publisher had bothered to employ a couple of prooof reeders throughout the series of books by the same author! --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
quote:Originally posted by ausar: To edit links you just click on the pencil tab on the top. When you finished editing you click the edit button at the bottom.
I KNOW,BUT WHEN i edit sometimes HALF THE POST or most of it SOMETIMES IS NOT THERE.it it because the post is to long and that is the way this new site is setup? I was going to ask you about this new website. question when you edit how do you recover everything that you posted up in the edit box.
when i sometinmes go back to edit half of my post is gone.how do you correct this.thank you.
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