
I THE PRINCESS AND THE DEMON
II THE KING'S DREAM
III THE COMING OF THE GREAT QUEEN
IV THE BOOK OF THOTH
V OSIRIS
VI THE SCORPIONS OF ISIS
VII THE BLACK PIG
VIII THE BATTLES OF HORUS
IX THE BEER OF HELIOPOLIS
X THE NAME OF RA
Step into the world of ancient Egypt through a series of vividly retold myths that once echoed along the banks of the Nile. The author reshapes stone‑carved tales and papyrus scrolls into clear, flowing prose while preserving the distinctive metaphors that gave the original stories their power. Each legend is followed by concise notes that point curious listeners toward the scholarly sources behind the narratives, making the collection welcoming to both casual fans and dedicated students.
The opening tale, “The Princess and the Demon,” introduces a proud Pharaoh‑king, a dazzling royal bride, and the shadowy forces that stir in the twilight of his reign. As the king returns from foreign triumphs, his new queen, Neferu‑Ra, steps into the ceremonial heart of Thebes, setting the stage for intrigue and supernatural challenge. Listeners will feel the grandeur of temple rites and the subtle tension that hints at deeper, otherworldly conflicts waiting to unfold.
Language
en
Duration
~2 hours (140K characters)
Release date
2024-09-02
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1863–1963
A pioneering Egyptologist, archaeologist, and folklorist, she helped bring the ancient world to a wide audience and opened doors for women in archaeology. Her long career mixed fieldwork, teaching, and bold ideas that kept readers talking for decades.
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