Description
In this issue:
– From the Editor – Egyptological news from Egypt and elsewhere, including the destruction of Mellawi Museum.
– Cobra Goddesses – Joyce Tyldesley continues her series of articles examining Egypt’s better-known deities.
– How West Park Museum Acquired its Collection – Alan Hayward and Rose Smith tell the story of Marianne Brocklehurst’s contribution.
– Sandal-Making in Ancient Egypt is described by Magda van Ryneveld.
– Crumbling Pyramids – An explanation for the collapse of some pyramids is suggested by Peter James.
– Making Khufu’s Granite Sarcophagus Experiments – by Denys Stocks reveal the secrets of the ancient stone-workers.
– Egypt at Pompeii -The inhabitants of Pompeii were evidently fascinated by the culture of Ancient Egypt.
– The Temple of Isis at Pompeii – Mark Walker describes this iconic building, compares it with Egyptian temples dedicated to Isis, and considers how it has been portrayed in modern fiction and on film.
– Per Mesut: for Younger Readers – Hilary Wilson explains the meaning to Ancient Egyptians of“Green”.
– Egyptianising Liverpool – Fay Samuels brings readers more examples of the influence of Egypt on the city’s architecture.
Plus: News, Reviews, Comment, Diary, and more!
Cover Date: Oct / Nov 2013, Volume 14 Issue 2