Author : Marc Van De Mieroop
Release : 2009-12-02
Genre : History
Kind : eBook
Book Rating : 201/5 ( reviews)
Book Synopsis The Eastern Mediterranean in the Age of Ramesses II by : Marc Van De Mieroop
Download or read book The Eastern Mediterranean in the Age of Ramesses II written by Marc Van De Mieroop. This book was released on 2009-12-02. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Eastern Mediterranean in the Age of Ramesses II offers a transnational perspective on the age of King Ramesses II of Egypt during the centuries of 1500 to 1200 BC. Shows how powerful states - stretching from western Iran to Greece and from Turkey to Sudan - jointly shaped the history, society, and culture of this region through both peaceful and military means Offers a straightforward narrative, current research, and rich illustrations Utilizes historical data from ancient Egyptians, Babylonians, Hittites, Mycenaeans, Canaanites, and others Considers all members of these ancient societies, from commoners to royalty - exploring everything from people’s eating habits to royal negotiations over diplomatic marriages