The Pharaohs of Egypt have captured the imagination of readers throughout the ages. Their existence and power have almost taken on a mythical status. In this book, Nic Fields reveals the truth behind these myths and explores the lives of the ordinary soldiers who were the might of Middle Kingdom Egypt. Using rare artifacts he pieces together the day-to-day existence of the Pharaoh's army from archers, to hand-to-hand fighters, through to the "sole-companions" of the Pharaoh.
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The Pharaohs of Egypt have captured the imagination of readers throughout the ages. Their existence and power have almost taken on a mythical status. This book reveals the truth behind these myths and explores the lives of the ordinary soldiers who were the might of Middle Kingdom Egypt.
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Introduction
Chronology
Serving the Pharaoh
Recruitment and Training
Soldiers and Equipment
Archers
Hand-to-Hand Fighters
Retainers
Auxiliaries
On Water
On Land
Medical Treatment
Beyond the Border
Army Life
Religious Beliefs and War
Glossary
Bibliography
Index

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The true story of the mysterious lives of the soldiers of the Pharaoh.

Product details

ISBN
9781846031069
Published
2007-11-10
Publisher
Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Weight
218 gr
Height
248 mm
Width
184 mm
Thickness
7 mm
Age
G, 01
Language
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Number of pages
64

Author
Illustrated by

Biographical note

Dr Nic Fields started his career as a biochemist before joining the Royal Marines. Having left the military, he completed a BA and PhD in Ancient History at the University of Newcastle. He was Assistant Director at the British School at Athens, Greece, and a lecturer in Ancient History at the University of Edinburgh. Nic is now a freelance author and researcher.

Peter Bull graduated from art college in 1979 and has worked as a freelance illustrator for over 25 years. He has created both traditional and digital art for publishers worldwide, and also runs the Peter Bull Art Studio. Peter Chesterton has worked closely with Peter Bull on the subject matter of this book.