Joyce Tyldesley chronicles the life of Nefertiti, the ancient Egyptian queen who was worshipped as a goddess and whose beguiling bust helped spark Egyptomania
Nefertiti was queen of Egypt during a time when seismic religious transformations were upturning everyday life. Today, she’s perhaps best remembered for her beautiful painted bust, which was rediscovered in the 20th century and is credited for helping kickstart Egyptomania. Speaking with Rhiannon Davies, Joyce Tyldesley uncovers Nefertiti’s fascinating life and long legacy.