Paul John Frandsen Bücher

Focusing on the profound impact of ancient Egyptian and Nubian art, this analysis delves into Frederik Ludvig Norden's 1737 expedition and his subsequent publication, which challenged European perceptions of cultural heritage. Norden's astonishment at the technical prowess of these civilizations sparked significant discussions in the eighteenth century regarding the influences of Egypt and Greece on European identity. The volume is enriched with over fifty of Norden's original drawings, highlighting the lasting cultural and intellectual significance of his observations.

Examines the evidence for marriage and sexual relations between siblings and between parent and child in ancient Egypt and pre-Islamic Iran. This book examines the sources for incestuous relationships between members of non-royal nuclear families and puts forth the generally held axiom that the... číst celé