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Egypt in the Age of Cleopatra
Author: Michel Chauveau
language: en
Publisher: Cornell University Press
Release Date: 2000
The book provides an easily digestible introduction to Cleopatra's world... A fascinating introduction to an era when the political and military face of the Mediterranean world was changing rapidly. ?Patricia Spencer, Egyptian Archaeology Few other civilizations rival Ancient Egypt in its power to capture the modern imagination, and Cleopatra VII, monarch at the end of the Ptolemaic period, has always been preeminent among its cast of characters. Coming to power just before the unstable state was about to be absorbed into an autocratic empire, Cleopatra oversaw not only Egypt's progress as an influential regional power but also the fragile peace of its ethnically mixed population. Michel Chauveau looks at many facets of life under this queen and her dynasty, drawing on such sources as firsthand accounts, numismatics, and Greek, Demotic, and hieroglyphic inscriptions. His use of such sources helps to free the narrative of dependence on later (and usually hostile) Greek and Roman historians. By taking up such subjects as funeral customs, language and writing, social class structure, religion, and administration, he affords the reader an unprecedented and comprehensive picture of Greek and Egyptian life in both the cities and the countryside. Originally published in French in 1997, Egypt in the Age of Cleopatra fulfills a long-standing need for an accessible introduction to the social, economic, religious, military, and cultural history of Ptolemaic Egypt.
The Reign of Cleopatra
Author: Stanley Mayer Burstein
language: en
Publisher: University of Oklahoma Press
Release Date: 2007-12-01
An engaging, accessible biography of the legendary Egyptian queen, with source documents Ambitious, intelligent, and desired by powerful men, Cleopatra VII came to power at a time when Roman and Egyptian interests increasingly concerned the same object: Egypt itself. Cleopatra lived and reigned at the center of this complex and persistent power struggle. Her legacy has since lost much of its former political significance, as she has come to symbolize instead the potent force of female sexuality and power. In this engaging and multifaceted account, Stanley M. Burstein displays Cleopatra in the full manifold brilliance of the multiple cultures, countries, and people that surrounded her throughout her compelling life, and in so doing develops a stunning picture of a legendary queen and a deeply historic reign. Designed as an accessible introduction to Cleopatra VII and her time, The Reign of Cleopatra offers readers and researchers an appealing mix of descriptive chapters, biographical sketches, and annotated primary documents. The narrative chapters conclude with a discussion of Cleopatra’s significance as a person, a queen, and a symbol. A glossary and annotated bibliography round out the volume.
From Ancient Empires To Vikramaditya
Many great empires that have shaped the course of human history left a lasting legacy, influencing culture, politics, and economics for centuries to come Here is an overview of some of the most significant empires in history: 1. Roman Empire: Spanning from 27 BCE to 476 CE in the West (and until 1453 CE in the East), it was known for its extensive territory and cultural influence across Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East. 2. Ottoman Empire: Lasting from around 1299 to 1922, it controlled large parts of Southeast Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa, known for its cultural and architectural achievements. 3. Mongol Empire: Existing from the early 13th century to the late 14th century, it became the largest contiguous land empire in history, known for its military prowess and trade expansion. 4. British Empire: Reached its peak in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, it was the largest empire in history, with colonies across Africa, Asia, the Americas, and the Pacific. 5. Spanish Empire: From the late 15th century to the early 20th century, it was one of the first global empires, particularly known for its conquests in the Americas. 6. Persian Empire: With various dynasties, including the Achaemenid and Sassanian, it was known for its vast territory and cultural achievements from around 550 BCE to 651 CE. 7. Aztec Empire: Flourishing in Mesoamerica from the 14th to the early 16th centuries, it was known for its complex society and architecture.