War in Ancient Egypt: The New Kingdom

By Anthony J. Spalinger

Book Overview

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

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1405113715
• ISBN13: 9781405113717
• Release Date: February 2005
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.29 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.5" x 9.2"