"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 5 (of 12)" by G. (Gaston) Maspero is a historical exploration of Ancient Egypt's Eighteenth Theban Dynasty, spotlighting powerful pharaohs like Thutmosis III and Amenothes III. The chronicle focuses on these rulers' military expeditions, administrative prowess, and grand construction projects; furthermore, the volume reveals the intricate political and cultural interactions within the ancient Near East, especially between Egypt and its dependent territories. We discover pharaohs' battle plans to control Syria, along with how they managed rebellions, and oversaw tribute from conquered regions. Furthermore, we see pivotal battles and the management of subdued cities, plus peeks into the pharaohs' dealings with foreign leaders, showing how military strength and diplomacy cemented Egypt's leading role in ancient times.
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 5 (of 12)
By G. (Gaston) Maspero
Witness ancient pharaohs commanding armies and shaping empires in this vivid account of power, conquest, and diplomacy in the ancient Near East.
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About the AuthorSir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero was a French Egyptologist and director general of excavations and antiquities for the Egyptian government. Widely regarded as the foremost Egyptologist of his generation, he began his career teaching Egyptian language in Paris becoming a professor at the Collège de France. In 1880, he led an archaeological mission to Egypt, which later became the Institut Français d'Archéologie Orientale.
Sir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero was a French Egyptologist and director general of excavations and antiquities for the Egyptian government. Widely regarded as the foremost Egyptologist of his generation, he began his career teaching Egyptian language in Paris becoming a professor at the Collège de France. In 1880, he led an archaeological mission to Egypt, which later became the Institut Français d'Archéologie Orientale.
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