The First Pharaoh

The First Dynasty, Book 1

De: Lester Picker

Narrado por: Adam Hanin

Throughout antiquity Egypt was a land of hundreds of tiny villages, with constantly warring tribes, loosely divided between Upper and Lower Egypt. Then, in the space of a few extraordinary decades, the impossible happened. An incredible man, King Narmer (also known as Menes), united Upper and Lower Egypt. The First Pharaoh retells the story of Narmer and his epic journey, seen through his eyes and those of his Chief Scribe, the shaman Anhotek. Book 1 of The First Dynasty Series, The First Pharaoh gives us an understanding of the culture Narmer lived in and shaped, the battles he fought to unite his people, the woman he loved and nearly lost, the enemies even in his own court who plotted against him, and his many successes and painful failures. Above all, we see how Narmer's loving relationship with Anhotek defined his personal vision for his country and its people.

Written on a huge tapestry, The First Pharaoh allows us to share Narmer's far-reaching visions for Egypt's future that were so compelling and that ultimately proved so enduring. The First Pharaoh tells the inspiring story of the mythic journey of the visionary hero, through obstacles and triumphs, wars and peace, love and hate, to launch the greatest civilization ever to appear on Earth.

©2012 Lester Picker (P)2012 Lester Picker

Engaged in every way

Loved Inhotek and Narmer relationship father - Son... Good narrator! I even cried at the end 😅

A story like no other

This story is the best thing I have ever listened too. The narrator not only narrates, he brings you into everyone’s character and when he changes his expression of his voice it is as beautiful as Dove coming from heaven. I suggest to everyone who stands on this earth too listen to this story. From the first sentence I was hooked in and I could not take my ears away from listening to this story. Thank you for not only doing what you do but also for choosing the version of the story which was almost entirely true. You have helped me learn so much about my previous life and I am still learning from the many mistakes I did.
I am simply speechless
Thank you

The Ugly Duckling Blooms.

Where does The First Pharaoh rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

Definitely in my Top 50.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The First Pharaoh?

As King Narmer noted wistfully, "The saddest day in a man's life is the day his father dies." So very true. This book continually showed the benefits of a good father-son relationship as well as the side effects of a bad relationship. This story line struck a little too close to home. But I really enjoyed it.

What about Adam Hanin’s performance did you like?

Adam's voice produced an excellent narration and one I very much enjoyed. This is the first time I have heard him read and I enjoyed it very much.

I hope that Adam narrates books #2 and #3 when they are released.

If you could take any character from The First Pharaoh out to dinner, who would it be and why?

King Narmer when he decided to take a second wife. All I could think of saying would be "Are you nuts?"

Any additional comments?

I bought this book on a whim based solely on the descriptive blurp of the plotline. I am glad I did.

A Worthy Piece of Historical Fiction

I fully appreciate the "nitpicking" of this, but there are at least three serious anachronisms in the story. One is that the use of swords by the military was not really "a thing" during this time. Another is that there were no chickens in Egypt, yet. Of course I am sure they had domesticated geese and other fowl, just not chickens. Lastly, and tops on my list is the existence of monotheism as a concept. Monotheism was ***THOUSANDS*** of years into the future.

I appreciate very much (more than even the author can imagine, I'm sure) that magic and spiritual phenomena in the book can easily be attributed to coincidence and natural occurrences. This was done on purpose, and through the eyes of the characters writing their stories. I think the historicity is still beautiful, well-tended, sufficiently grounded, and well-constructed. I have listened to this a few times already.

one of the best books ever read

from the first page to the last it's the best book I ever listened to I love books on the ancient world in Egypt an to know that it's all translated from the actual scrolls that were written as happening an the emotions are all there as he reads it any one who likes books like this should definitely read or listen to put on head phones an close eyes an get comfortable an like transported to back then can't wait to listen to other 2 books an to bad only 5 star rating it deserves 100 stars