ANCHIST 230
Egypt in Dynasties XI-XVII
Please note: this is archived course information from 2019 for ANCHIST 230.
Description
Covers the history of Egypt during one major phase of unification, the Middle Kingdom, as well as the First and Second Intermediate Periods. Topics analysed include the rise of imperialism in the south (Nubia), the importance of literature of propaganda as a social bond of loyalty, the conquest of the north by the Asiatic Hyksos and the new artistic style of
portraiture.
Availability 2019
Not taught in 2019
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) Professor Tony Spalinger
Assessment
Coursework + exam
Points
ANCHIST 230: 15 points
Prerequisites
15 points at Stage I in Ancient History or Classical Studies, and 30 points passed
Restrictions
ANCHIST 330