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.

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Rhiannon DaviesSection editor, BBC History Magazine

Rhiannon Davies is section editor for BBC History Magazine and our Tudor ambassador, writing a fortnightly newsletter in which she shares the latest Tudor news, anniversaries and content with her audience. She also regularly appears on the award-winning HistoryExtra podcast.

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