Akhenaten: Revolutionary Ruler of Ancient Egypt

This lecture explores Akhenaten, one of Ancient Egypt’s most controversial Pharaohs, who revolutionised Egyptian religion and established a new capital at Tell el-Amarna alongside his wife, Nefertiti. It examines the distinctive art of his reign and emphasises his status today as the only monotheistic Pharaoh in the whole 3,000 year history of Ancient Egypt. Vicky Bailey became a London Blue Badge Tourist Guide in 2005, receiving an award as the 'Best Guide in Gallery Exams'. One of her main areas of interest is Ancient Egypt. She has studied hieroglyphs and carried out volunteer work in the Egyptian department at the British Museum. She leads specialist tours at relevant sites across London and also delivers lectures on the subject.