Grainger, John D.

The Ptolemies, Apogee and Collapse: Ptolemiac Egypt 246-146 BC

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ISBN 13:
9781399090179
author:
Grainger, John D.
format:
Hardback
publisher:
Pen & Sword History
language:
English
Publication Year:
2023
Pages:
304
Dimensions:
3 x 24.1 x 24.1 centimetres (0.5
Genre:
History, Ancient, Egypt,
Condition:
New
Availability:
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£20.20

Description

The Ptolemies: Apogee and Collapse By John D. Grainger This book explores the tumultuous reigns of five Ptolemaic rulers, who together shaped the course of ancient Egyptian history from 246 to 146 BC. The period saw significant military victories, including the Third Syrian War, which marked the apogee of Ptolemaic power. However, this success was short-lived, as internal strife and external threats led to a series of devastating defeats, including the loss of Syria and Asia Minor. Grainger's detailed analysis reveals the complex web of politics, murder, and court intrigue that characterized this era.

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