Warfare & Weaponry in Dynastic Egypt

A comprehensive look at the warfare and weaponry of Ancient Egypt brought to life through experimental archaeology. Defence. Attack. Symbolism. The development of warfare in any society provides an evocative glance into the lives (and deaths) of our predecessors. This is never more the case than with that most enticing of ancient civilisations, Ancient Egypt. Follow Rebecca Dean through the fascinating world of mysterious figures such as Tutankhamun and Nefertiti, examining not only the history and development of ancient Egyptian warfare, but the weapons used and the way they were handled. Swords, axes, and daggers are the weapons of choice here, as ancient Egyptian warfare is brought vividly to life through the exciting use of experimental archaeology. By examining and testing replicas of real-life artefacts, just how deadly these ancient Egyptian weapons were can be seen. Looking closely at the nature of such weapons also brings to life the formidable women who, on occasion, grasped power in a male-dominated world. Read on to discover more about this fascinating subject. "This book sheds new light on the archaeological record and is required reading for anyone interested in the genesis of war." —The Amourer incorporating Classic Arms and MilitariaJuly 2017 "A valuable work for the more experienced student of the subject." —The NYMAS ReviewAutumn 2017

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E-bog: 31. marts 2017