So anyone that knows me knows I am hardly ever seen without a book in my hand, purse, desk....some where nearby. I love to read and will read just about anything. So recently during one of my many Target excursions I came across a book entitled Nefertiti. I'm really into Ancient Egypt (I promise I have some Egyptian in me). So I bought the book . This is my first time reading historical fiction and I must say I am impressed.
There are a few of words and terms used that I'm not familiar with so of course I turned to my trusty friend Google (he never disappoints me). Turns out Nefertiti has a really interesting history.
Nefertiti is known for her beauty. The picture above is highly recognizable but I personally never knew who it actually was. She was King Amenophis Great Royal Wife (main chick). Unlike most "Queens" who kinda played it cool and stayed in the background, Nefertiti made her presence known and actually played a major part in many of the decisions the King made.
Nefertiti and her husband played a major role in changing Egyptian religion from worshipping many gods to one god (or something like that). Because of this they had many enemies and rumor has it when she died Egyptians mutated her body to make sure she never "lives" again.....haters. Anyways Nefertiti is responsible for double ear piercing! Who knew. Ok I'm done with the history lesson. Now back to your regularly scheduled program......
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