Description
In this issue:
– From our Egypt Correspondent – Ayman Wahby Taher with the latest new discoveries, news and reports from around Egypt.
– The Mosque of Abu Hagag – AE reports on the completed restoration of the mosque in the heart of the Temple of Luxor.
– Dental Health & Dentistry in Ancient Egypt – Roger Forshaw described how the ancient Egyptians cared (or failed to care) for their teeth.
– KV-63 Update: the 2009 Season – In AE’s fifth article Roxanne Wilson brings us the latest news on the tomb’s fascinating contents.
– The Egypt Exploration Society – In the third of a series of articles on the work of the Egypt Exploration Society, Dr. Penny Wilson looks at the work of The Delta Survey.
– Do not Miss … The Open Air Museum at Karnak Temple – A brief look at a part of the Temple often missed by tourists.
– Tutankhamun’s Headrests – Jan Summers Duffy describes the unique set of headrests discovered in Tutankhamun’s Tomb, some of which he may have used in life.
– Per Mesut: for younger readers – Hilary Wilson looks at floors in ancient Egypt in an article entitled “Right Under Your Feet”.
– End Note: Tutankhamun’s Trumpets – Maggie Lyons describes the trumpets found in Tutankamun’s tomb and how they can still be heard.
Plus: News, Reviews, Comment, Diary, and more!
Cover Date: Jun / Jul 2009, Volume 9 Issue 6