War in Ancient Egypt: The New Kingdom | 1 Edition

Details about 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