Empress Taytu and Menilek II: Ethiopia, 1883-1910"This is a classic and important work on one of the most revered and historic personalities on the most impressive period of the modern history of Ethiopia. Not only was Empress Taytu a highly regarded and widely recognized Ethiopian patriot that fought a valiant war against the invading Italian Empire of the late 19th century, but she was also an exemplar and unique and popular leader that continues to inspire and empower Ethiopians of subsequent generations up to the present. Empress Taytu was the most powerful woman on the continent of Africa in her time, and Menilek was the emperor who brought Ethiopia to world attention with his defeat of Italy in 1896. Diplomatic and internal maneuvering for power and life at the court in Ethiopia between the years 1883 and 1910 are set out in this book in vivid detail and with sound scholarship.--Zewde Gabre-Sellassie, D. Phil. (Oxon) Former Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of Ethiopia"--Page 4 of cover. |
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... Entotto as , astride an ornately caparisoned mule , she oversaw her various projects . Upon Menilek's return , a family of experienced carpenters from Gondar arrived and thousands of laborers were commanded to appear at Entotto . They ...
... Entotto as , astride an ornately caparisoned mule , she oversaw her various projects . Upon Menilek's return , a family of experienced carpenters from Gondar arrived and thousands of laborers were commanded to appear at Entotto . They ...
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... Entotto was abandoned , except for church celebrations and Menilek's coronation as emperor . It is true that the winds of Entotto were chilly , the plateau was narrow , trees for firewood had been cut to stumps and potable water had to ...
... Entotto was abandoned , except for church celebrations and Menilek's coronation as emperor . It is true that the winds of Entotto were chilly , the plateau was narrow , trees for firewood had been cut to stumps and potable water had to ...
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... Entotto he changed into his diplomatic frock coat and plumed hat , necessary attire for his ceremonial arrival at ... Entotto , and compared it unfavorably with the cheerful aspect of Samera , the imperial residence of Emperor Yohannes ...
... Entotto he changed into his diplomatic frock coat and plumed hat , necessary attire for his ceremonial arrival at ... Entotto , and compared it unfavorably with the cheerful aspect of Samera , the imperial residence of Emperor Yohannes ...
Contents
Menilek King of Shewa | 1 |
The background of Taytu Betul Hayle Maryam | 26 |
King Menilek and Queen Taytu 18839 | 43 |
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