For our next MAES lecture we welcome Garry Shaw who will be taking us on a tour from Aswan to Alexandria studying Egypt’s gods and myths.

   

In this lecture, we will explore the myths and legends of ancient Egypt while travelling along the Nile from Aswan to Alexandria. As we stop at key locations, we’ll meet the gods and goddesses worshipped there by the ancient Egyptians, learn about their mythology, and see the monuments associated with them. Taking evidence from across Egyptian history, the talk will include famous myths, legends, and stories, and some that are less well known. The talk is based on Shaw’s book: Egyptian Mythology: A Traveller’s Guide from Aswan to Alexandria (Thames & Hudson, 2021).

Garry J. Shaw is an author and journalist covering archaeology, history, and world heritage. He has a PhD in Egyptology and is the author of six books including “The Pharaoh: Life at Court and on Campaign” and “The Egyptian Myths: A Guide to the Ancient Gods and Legends”, with his latest book “The Story of Tutankhamun: An Intimate Life of the Boy who Became King” due in autumn 2022.

Monday 14th November 7:30pm doors open. All welcome!

Free to MAES members. Guests £5 via Eventbrite