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The Misadventures of Wenamun

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The Misadventures of Wenamun

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004

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The Misadventures of Wenamun

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2004
Book Details
Pages

2

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ancient Egypt • 11th Century BC

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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The Misadventures of Wenamun is an ancient Egyptian text detailing the journey of Wenamun, a priest from Karnak, who is tasked with acquiring cedar wood from the Levant. During his travels, Wenamun faces diplomatic challenges, piracy, and cultural exchanges, providing insights into the political and economic complexities of the Late Bronze Age Eastern Mediterranean.

Adventurous

Mysterious

Challenging

Informative

Bittersweet

Book Details
Pages

2

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Ancient Egypt • 11th Century BC

Publication Year

2004

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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