The Ptolemies, Rise of a Dynasty: Ptolemaic Egypt 330 246 BC by John D. Grainger

Description: The Ptolemies, Rise of a Dynasty by John D. Grainger John Grainger skilfully narrates the political and social developments, complex diplomacy and wars that marked the reigns of the first two Ptolemies. FORMAT Hardcover CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description In this first volume of his trilogy on the Ptolemies, John Grainger explains how Ptolemy I established the dynastys power in Egypt in the wake of Alexander the Greats death. Egypt had been independent for most of the fourth century BC, but was reconquered by the Persian Empire in the 340s. This is essential background for Ptolemaic history since it meant that Alexander was welcomed as a liberator and, after the tyranny of Kleomenes, so was Ptolemy. This was the essential basis of Ptolemys power. He conciliated the Egyptians, but reinforced his military strength with Greek settlers, mainly retired or available soldiers. He built the city of Alexandria, but to his own requirements, not those planned by Alexander. The empire outside Egypt was acquired, perhaps for defence, perhaps by sheer greed. Ptolemy took over Cyrenaica (with difficulty), Cyprus and Syria/Palestine. These had to be defended against his rivals, hence the development of his navy, and the Syrian Wars. The succession was carefully managed, but was not directly hereditary (Ptolemy II was not the eldest son), and the new king was very different. He fought repeated wars in Syria, and in the Aegean, built up his navy to the greatest seen in the ancient world, and extended his empire into the lands of the Red Sea, Sudan and Ethiopia. He taxed the Egyptians mercilessly to fund all these activities. Yet few of his wars were successful, and he stored up trouble for his successors. AUTHOR: John D Grainger is a former teacher and historian of great experience with a particular interest in Classical and Hellenistic Greek history. His many previous works include the following for Pen & Sword: Hellenistic and Roman Naval Wars (2011); The Wars of the Maccabees (2012); Roman Conquests: Egypt and Judaea (2013); a three-part history of the Seleukid Empire (2014-16), Kings and Kingship in the Hellenistic World 350-30 BC (2017), Antipaters Dynasty (2018), Ancient Dynasties (2019, The Roman Imperial Succession (March 2020), The Straits from Troy to Constantinople (2021) and The Forty Sieges of Constantinople (2022). He lives in Evesham, Worcestershire. 16 colour illustrations Author Biography JOHN D GRAINGER is a former teacher and historian of great experience with a particular interest in Classical and Hellenistic Greek history. His many previous works include the following for Pen & Sword: Hellenistic and Roman Naval Wars (2011); The Wars of the Maccabees (2012); Roman Conquests: Egypt and Judaea (2013); a three-part history of the Seleukid Empire (2014-16), Kings and Kingship in the Hellenistic World 350-30 BC (2017), Antipaters Dynasty (2018), Ancient Dynasties (2019, The Roman Imperial Succession (March 2020), The Straits from Troy to Constantinople (2021) and The Forty Sieges of Constantinople (2022). He lives in Evesham, Worcestershire. Review "...the books are most engaging when they describe the interactions, diplomatic and military, between the Ptolemies and their northern neighbors the Seleucids, the Antigonids, and Rome."-- "Journal of Military History""Thoroughly reader friendly in organization and presentation... an ideal introduction to the creation and rise of Ptolemaic era of Egypt and will leave readers looking forward to the next two volumes from the research studies of John Grainger."-- "Midwest Book Review" Feature The first volume in a major new trilogy on the Ptolemaic dynasty. Details ISBN1399090224 Pages 320 Publisher Pen & Sword Books Ltd Year 2022 ISBN-10 1399090224 ISBN-13 9781399090223 Format Hardcover Imprint Pen & Sword History Place of Publication Barnsley Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2022-08-03 NZ Release Date 2022-08-03 Author John D. Grainger Publication Date 2022-08-03 UK Release Date 2022-08-03 Subtitle Ptolemaic Egypt 330 246 BC Illustrations 16 Colour DEWEY 932.021 Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:136400943;

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