{"product_id":"9781405113724","title":"War in Ancient Egypt: The New Kingdom","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book is an introduction to the Pharaonic war machine of New Kingdom Egypt from ca.1575–1100 bc. Written by a respected Egyptologist, it concentrates on Dynasty XVIII and the Ramesside period, in which the Egyptians created a professional army and gained control of Syria, creating an “Empire of Asia.” \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe author highlights technological developments during this period, such as the new use of chariots and siege technology, and considers the socio-political aspects of warfare, particularly the rise to power of a new group of men. At the same time, he evaluates the military effectiveness of the Egyptian state by looking at the logistics of warfare; each chapter is followed by an “excursus” in which the logistical issues are analyzed in detail. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe text incorporates pictorial and archaeological materials, ensuring a fully rounded treatment of the subject. A chronological table listing dynasties and pharaohs also helps readers to gain an overview.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wiley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50078934827248,"sku":"9781405113724","price":46.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/9781405113724","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}