Unlock the story behind the Tell el Amarna tablets and the ancient ties between Syria and Egypt. This scholarly study distills a rich collection of cuneiform letters into a clear, readable history of power, alliances, and wars in the Levant during Egypt’s waning influence.
In careful, accessible prose, the edition explains how the tablets were found, how they’re translated, and how researchers determine the order of events. It connects people, places, and political shifts to illuminate how Egypt interacted with northern Syria and the wider region.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book encapsulates the captivating series of cuneiform letters discovered at Tell el-Amarna that reveal the complex web of diplomacy and conflict in the ancient world during Egypt's 18th dynasty. As a treasure trove of correspondence between pharaohs and rulers across the Near East, from Babylonia to Cyprus, it offers unprecedented insights into the political, social, and cultural exchanges of the era. The book delves into the personal relationships and diplomatic strategies of pharaohs like Amenhotep III and Akhenaten, providing a rich tapestry of historical events. Through the lens of these letters, the author analyzes the grandeur and decline of Egyptian power, the rise of the Hittites, and the intricate geopolitical rivalries that shaped the course of the ancient world. This book is a testament to the enduring power of written records and their ability to shed light on the complexities of ancient societies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781332793129_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332793129
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781332793129
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)