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Egypopcult Project @egypopcultlisboa.bsky.social · Sep 8

Interested in writing papers on reception studies but not quite sure how to go about it? @issegyptomania.bsky.social organizes a talk tomorrow September 9th at 20:00 CEST on the matter, given by Louise O'Brien!

For more info: www.eventbrite.com/e/getting-jo...

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Aug 29

We are thinking of you all during this time of grief.

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Aug 29

Most importantly of all, we wish to express our condolences to John's husband, his family and his close friends. You are in our hearts and in our thoughts.

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Aug 29

We will be in touch in due course to let you all know how we will pay homage to John once we have processed this awful news, and had the opportunity to collect our thoughts and our memories of our wonderful, kind, intelligent and warm friend.

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Aug 29

Words cannot express our deep sadness to learn the devastating news that our dear friend, colleague and Ambassador, John J. Johnston has sadly passed away yesterday morning.

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John J Johnston @johnjjohnston.bsky.social · Jul 29

On the one hundred and fortieth anniversary of her birth, remembering the iconic Theda Bara (1885-1955). Said to have been born within the shadow of the Sphinx, she was cinema’s original vamp and Hollywood’s first Cleopatra, starring in J Gordon Edwards,’ sadly lost, epic from 1917. #Egyptomania

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Lorraine Evans @thedeathhistorian.bsky.social · Aug 9

Having only just returned to social media, plus having my Gmail account restored, I feel fortunate to have been informed/reminded, just in time, of the excellent ISSE conference happening this weekend.

Not too late to book yourself a place folks.....

www.issegyptomania.com/events

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Jul 26

CONFERENCE TICKETS ON SALE!
9-10 August: Reception and Revival: Global Histories of 'Egyptomania'
Check out the conference page on our website for a full programme.
To book your tickets for just £5 per day: www.issegyptomania.com/events (members go free & no booking required!) #AncientEgypt

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Jul 18

We are running a workshop on 23rd July 7pm BST!
Non member tickets available here: www.eventbrite.com/e/getting-co...

Getting Conference Ready: How to Prepare your Paper Workshop

Are you an early-career researcher? Or are you wanting a refresher? Come along for some tips on how to prepare your paper for a conference!

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Jun 13

Have you spotted an ISSE bookmark in the wild? Please take one if you do! Thinking of becoming a member? Click the link in our bio for more info!
#AncientEgypt #Egyptology #Egyptomania #EgyptReception #Egypt #History #AncientHistory #Bookmarks #Lovebooks #Booksbooksbooks #Books #Travel

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The Guardian @theguardian.com · Mar 12

Ancestral remains should no longer be displayed in UK museums, say MPs

Remains brought to Britain as part of colonialism, such as Egyptian mummies, should be repatriated, a report says The public display of human remains in the UK, including the ancient Egyptian mummies in the British Museum, is offensive and should be…

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🦇Shell🦇 @lotnumber249.bsky.social · May 27

Thanks to everyone who came along 🖤

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 27

The brilliant @lotnumber249.bsky.social is hosting an online workshop this evening on getting conference ready and help with abstracts!

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 27

The brilliant @lotnumber249.bsky.social is hosting an online workshop this evening on getting conference ready and help with abstracts!

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 25

Art in Egypt, Egypt in Art: An evening with artist Kate Daudy
28 May 2025, 7pm (GMT+1/BST) via Zoom

Tickets £5. ISSE members go free.

Ticket link www.issegyptomania.com/events

#AncientArt #AncientEgypt #AncientHistory #EgyptReception #Egyptomania #Egyptology

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 25

ISSE workshop! Want help and advice with writing conference abstracts? Come along to our workshop ran by Michelle Keeley-Adamson on 27th May! Info/tickets here: www.issegyptomania.com/events
ISSE members go free! #Conference #WritingAdvice #Egyptomania

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 24

ISSE workshop! Want help and advice with writing conference abstracts? Come along to our workshop ran by @lotnumber249 on 27th May! Info/tickets here issegyptomania.com/events
ISSE members go free! #Conference #WritingAdvice #Egyptomania

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🦇Shell🦇 @lotnumber249.bsky.social · May 12

This year, we are also running a series of supplementary workshops. The first will cover how to write an abstract when submitting to an academic conference and is open to all, although members go free!

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · May 12

#CallforPapers
We are thrilled to announce the Call for Papers for our annual online conference! This year’s theme is Reception and Revival: Global Histories of #Egyptomania
Full CFP details here: www.issegyptomania.com/virtual-conf...
We look forward to hearing from you!
#AncientEgypt #Egyptology

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Apr 22

You may have heard of Amelia Edwards, Margaret Murray, and even Kate Griffith! But have you heard of Marianne Brocklehurst and Mary Booth? Tonight is your chance to learn all about them, sustaining their legacy and contribution to collections and scholarship! Non member ticket link in bio!

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Apr 21

Still time to get tickets for tomorrows talk, Fragments of Identity: Reconstructing the Lives of Two Victorian Women Through their Ancient Egyptian Collection by Bryony Renshaw
22 April 2025, 7pm (GMT) via Zoom
Link in bio for tickets for non members!
#Egyptology #Egyptomania #EgyptReception

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Apr 2

Online talk announcement! Fragments of Identity: Reconstructing the Lives of Two Victorian Women Through their #Ancient #Egyptian Collection by Bryony Renshaw 📖
22 April 2025, 7pm (GMT) via Zoom
Members go free, tickets are £5
Details here: www.issegyptomania.com/events

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Mar 22

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The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Mar 22

We have a range of subscription options, including discounts for those that meet the criteria (students, low-income support, etc!)
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Don’t hesitate to ask any questions! Email [email protected] and we are happy to help!

The International Society for the Study of Egyptomania @issegyptomania.bsky.social · Mar 22

Thinking of becoming an ISSE member? There’s no better time! Members access: Free talks and lectures, members magazine, free annual conference tickets, networking opportunities, discounts on in-person events, newsletter & more! Go to issegyptomania.com
#AncientEgypt #Egyptomania #Egyptology

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Dr Marina Escolano-Poveda 🌊🪔 @hypatiaheuresis.bsky.social · Mar 21

Next week at @livancworlds.bsky.social!!!

#egyptology #academia #liverpoolegyptology

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