ANCHIST 330

Egypt in Dynasties XI-XVII

Please note: this is archived course information from 2019 for ANCHIST 330.

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 330: 15 points

Prerequisites

15 points at Stage II in Ancient History, Classical Studies or Classical Studies and Ancient History

Restrictions

ANCHIST 230