Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egyptian Warfare
Publisher: The Scarecrow Press, Inc.
Published: December 20, 2003
Language: eng
Format: Hardcover
Number of pages: 400
ISBN-13: 9780810848627
Subjects: African history: BCE to c 500 CE; Warfare & Defence; History: World; History; History - General History; Ancient Egypt; To 640 A.D; Ancient - Egypt; History / Ancient / Egypt; Egypt; Dictionaries; History, Military; To 640 A.D
Description: "Historical Dictionary of Ancient Egyptian Warfare covers the period from the emergence of the Egyptian state around 3000 BC to the Arab conquest in the mid-seventh century AD. An introductory section includes a chronology of Egypt, with all known military actions, and an essay highlighting the problems of the surviving evidence and its interpretation and major changes in military technology and organization. The entries cover a wide range of topics, including pharaohs for whom military activities are documented, foreign rulers and countries against whom the Egyptians fought or who invaded Egypt, weapons and military technology, major archaeological sites, gods and goddesses associated with warfare, arms trade, literature, and social advancement. The bibliography details historical phases, archaeological sites, and broader subjects covered by the dictionary. Also included are maps of Egypt and the surrounding regions and a chronological list of rulers and their dates, and the dynasties and kingdoms to which they are assigned Egyptologists." "This reference is aimed primarily at students and those interested in ancient Egypt. The arrangement of the book as a dictionary means that it can be used independently as a research tool or in conjunction with other works, such as histories or translations of Egyptian texts. The user can find concise definitions and descriptions, and brief accounts of military actions. Through the cross-referencing of each entry, and in conjunction with the bibliography, the reader can pursue wider issues and locate more detailed studies."--Jacket.