Spalinger, Anthony J.
War in Ancient Egypt: The New Kingdom
This book is an introduction to the war machine of New Kingdom Egypt from c. 1575 bc–1100 bc.
Focuses on the period in which the Egyptians created a professional army and gained control of Syria, creating an “Empire of Asia”.
Written by a respected Egyptologist.
Highlights new technological developments, such as the use of chariots and siege technology.
Considers the socio-political aspects of warfare, particularly the rise to power of a new group of men.
Evaluates the military effectiveness of the Egyptian state, looking at the logistics of warfare during this period.
Incorporates maps and photographs, a chronological table, and a chart of dynasties and pharaohs
Nyckelord: HISTORY / Ancient / General HIS002000
- Författare
- Spalinger, Anthony J.
- Utgivare
- John Wiley and Sons, Inc.
- Utgivningsår
- 2008
- Språk
- en
- Utgåva
- 1
- Sidantal
- 312 sidor
- Kategori
- Historia
- Format
- E-bok
- eISBN (PDF)
- 9780470777503
- Tryckt ISBN
- 9781405113717
