Egyptology (ANCIENT EGYPT) with Kara Cooney
Ologies with Alie Ward
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The Reign of Hatshepsut and Nefertiti in Ancient Egypt
This chapter explores the leadership and challenges faced by female rulers in Ancient Egypt, focusing on Hatshepsut and Nefertiti. It delves into Hatshepsut's assumption of the kingship, her portrayal as a man to fit societal norms, and her relative obscurity compared to scandalous female figures. The discussion then transitions to Nefertiti's co-rule with Akhenaten, her influential role in restoring traditional religious practices, and the lineage leading to King Tut.
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