Hatshepsut: From Queen to Pharaoh, edited by Catharine H. Roehrig with contributions from Renée Dreyfus and Cathleen A. Keller, is a comprehensive catalog and exhibition book published by The Metropolitan Museum of Art in collaboration with Yale University Press in 2005. This substantial volume chronicles the life and reign of Hatshepsut, one of ancient Egypt's most remarkable female pharaohs, and provides extensive scholarly insight into her court, building projects, and artistic legacy.
The book features a detailed introduction and chapters covering various aspects of Hatshepsut's rule, including archaeological findings, art, and political history. Richly illustrated with photographs of statues, reliefs, and artifacts from major museums worldwide, it explores her transition from queen to co-ruler and then pharaoh, presenting key historical and cultural contexts. This edition includes maps, genealogies, and bibliographical references, making it an invaluable resource for collectors, historians, and Egyptology enthusiasts interested in New Kingdom Egypt and female rulership. Case 4, top