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THE FORTIFICATIONS OF ANCIENT EGYPT 3000-1780 BC
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| By: |
Carola Vogel, Brian Delf (Illus) |
| Format: |
Paperback |
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£14.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
1846039568 |
| ISBN 13: |
9781846039560 |
| Publisher: |
BLOOMSBURY PUBLISHING PLC |
| Pub. date: |
6 September, 2010 |
| Series: |
Fortress No. 98 |
| Pages: |
64 |
| Description: |
This well-illustrated book traces the development of Egypt's early military architecture from its beginnings in the Neolithic to the creation of a sophisticated and integrated system of defenses in the Middle Kingdom. |
| Synopsis: |
During the Old and Middle Kingdoms, Ancient Egypt led the world in the construction of fortifications. The oldest was discovered on Elephantine Island and dates to c.2900 BC. This book investigates over 2,000 years of Egyptian fortification, including both fortified cities and military installations. It covers the most famous sites including the fortified town of Ayn Asil and the fortress of Buhen. The text also examines the specific defensive structures within the fortifications, including gates, walls, and towers, and looks at both the operation and social history of these ancient military strongholds. |
| Illustrations: |
b/w and col illus |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Osprey Publishing |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |