The Harem Conspiracy: The Murder of Ramesses III

Redford investigates the infamous assassination of Pharaoh Ramesses III in ancient Egypt, exploring political intrigue, court dynamics, and the roles of the harem and royal advisors. The book combines historical records, archaeological evidence, and forensic studies to reconstruct the conspiracy and its aftermath. Redford examines the broader implications for dynastic succession, Egyptian law, and political stability, highlighting how personal ambition intersected with state power. Engagingly written, it provides a detailed, vivid account of one of ancient Egypt’s most dramatic palace conspiracies, appealing to historians, Egyptologists, and general readers intrigued by royal intrigue and murder mysteries.