Archaeology Odyssey

Archaeology Odyssey takes the reader on a journey through the classical world as seen through the eyes of the top archaeologists in the discipline. Written with you in mind, the experts explain the latest in classical research in a way that is accessible to the general public. Read the complete series today!

Breaking the Incest Taboo

Beginning last century, scholars developed a theory to explain the many royal brother-sister marriages in ancient Egypt. Since these marriages produced offspring, they were obviously consummated (not just ritual), and yet they broke what was considered a universal incest taboo. Clearly, a good explanation was needed.

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