ANCHIST 300
Egypt in Dynasty XVIII
Please note: this is archived course information from 2018 for ANCHIST 300.
Description
The cosmopolitan nature of ancient Egypt during the era of its imperial expansion and its consciousness as a world power. Topics covered include the social, political and economic ramifications of this sudden change in Egypt's role in the ancient world. The emergence of new religious directions will also be discussed, among which are the state cults of Amun-Re and the religious monotheism of Akhenaton.
Availability 2018
Not taught in 2018
Lecturer(s)
Coordinator(s) Professor Tony Spalinger
Assessment
Coursework + exam
Points
ANCHIST 300: 15 points
Prerequisites
ANCHIST 100 and 15 points at Stage II in Ancient History
Restrictions
ANCHIST 200