Robert Brier is een Amerikaanse egyptoloog wiens werk zich richt op de studie van mummies en het mummificatieproces. Als Senior Research Fellow aan de Long Island University heeft hij wereldwijd mummies onderzocht en was hij te zien in talloze documentaires over het oude Egypte. Zijn baanbrekende onderzoek naar oude Egyptische mummificatietechnieken leverde hem de liefkozende bijnaam "Mr. Mummy" op. Briers lezingen en publicaties bieden lezers een fascinerend inzicht in de mysteries van de oude wereld.
Tutankhamun and the Tomb that Changed the World shows a whole new side to the story of Tutankhamun's treasures, exploring the 100 years of research that has taken place since the tomb's discovery.
Focusing on the mummification process in ancient Egypt, this book reveals the captivating history behind grave robberies, stolen mummies, and the pharaohs' lost language. Egyptologist Bob Brier presents a lively exploration of ancient Egyptian culture, shedding light on its mysteries, myths, sacred rituals, and hieroglyphics. Through his research for a modern mummification, he offers a contemporary interpretation that brings the ancient world vividly to life, making complex historical contexts accessible and engaging.
Ancient Egyptian Magic is the first authoritative modern work on the occult practices that pervaded all aspects of life in ancient Egypt. Based on fascinating archaeological discoveries, it includes everything from how to write your name in hieroglyphs to the proper way to bury a king, as well as:Tools and training of magiciansInterpreting dreamsAncient remedies for headaches, cataracts, and indigestionWrapping a mummyRecipes for magic potions and beauty creamsExplanations of amulets and pyramid powerA spell to entice a loverA fortune-telling calendarThese subjects and many more will appeal to everyone interested in Egyptology, magic, parapsychology, and the occult; or ancient religions and mythology.
The narrative delves into the intriguing enigma surrounding King Tutankhamen's death, as explored by a respected Egyptologist. It uncovers historical insights, theories, and evidence, shedding light on one of ancient Egypt's most famous figures and the circumstances of his untimely demise. The book promises to engage readers with a blend of scholarly investigation and captivating storytelling about a pivotal moment in history.
In the half-century between 1831 and 1881 three massive obelisks left Egypt for new lands. Prior to these journeys, the last large obelisk moved was the Vatican obelisk in 1586--one of the great engineering achievements of the Renaissance. Roman emperors moved more than a dozen, but left no records of how they did it. The nineteenth-century engineers entrusted with transporting the obelisks across oceans had to invent new methods, and they were far from certain that they would work. As the three obelisks, bound for Paris, London and New York, sailed towards their new homes, the world held its breath. Newspapers reported the obelisks' daily progress, complete with dramatic illustrations of the heroic deeds of the engineers and crews struggling under nearly impossible conditions. When the obelisks finally arrived safely in their new homes, bands played Cleopatra's Needle Waltz and silver obelisk pencils dangled from fashionable ladies' necks. This turbulent era, caught up in obelisk mania, is recreated by Bob Brier in all its glory. Amid astounding tales of engineering dexterity and naval endurance, the individuals involved in transporting the obelisks and receiving them in their future homes are brought to life through their letters and diaries, newspaper articles and illustrations. Written by a renowned Egyptologist and author, this compelling book will fascinate all those interested in Egypt, its iconic monuments and the history of great endeavour
Rentgen Tutanchamonovy lebky naznačuje násilnou smrt, což vyvolává otázky, zda šlo o nehodu nebo vraždu. Proč byla králova hrobka tak malá a nevýznamná? Byla určena pro někoho jiného? V té době zemřelo několik členů jeho rodiny – byla to náhoda? Proč Tutanchamonova vdova poslala chetitskému králi zoufalý dopis s žádostí o manželství s jedním z jeho synů? Kdo zavraždil chetitského prince na cestě do Egypta? A kdo nařídil odstranit Tutanchamonovo jméno ze všech památek a chrámů? Tato fascinující kniha zkoumá podezřelé okolnosti kolem Tutanchamonova skonu a předkládá šokující scénář zrady, ctižádosti a vraždy. Jeden z předních egyptologů nabízí vzrušující pohled do starověké historie a 3000 let starou záhadu, která nás stále přitahuje. Úvodní kapitoly shrnují vývoj egyptských dějin a zaměřují se na tři klíčové síly – královský úřad, kněžstvo a vojsko. Popisují panování Tutanchamonových předchůdců a následné narušení rovnováhy sil po radikální náboženské revoluci Achnatona. Brierova teorie o Tutanchamonově smrti vychází z podrobného zkoumání dokumentace a rentgenových snímků, které naznačují násilnou smrt. Autor logicky pracuje s dostupnými informacemi a uznává, že jeho teorie představuje pouze jeden z možných scénářů.
