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Hatshepsut, the Female Pharaoh

Joyce Tardsley
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The Rest Is HistoryJan 30, 2023
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“Joyce Tardsley in her brilliant book, Hatshepsut, the Female Pharaoh, she advances the idea that Hatshepsut might well have been bald.”

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Hatshepsut's portrayal in history
For: Historians and enthusiasts of ancient Egypt
Key quote: “And adding to the general vibe is the thesis that Joyce Tardsley in her brilliant book, Hatshepsut, the Female Pharaoh, she advances the idea that Hatshepsut might well have been bald.”
The host discusses the complexities of understanding Hatshepsut's character and appearance based on historical evidence and stereotypes. They reference Joyce Tardsley's book to highlight the challenges historians face in accurately depicting figures from ancient history.