A History Of Egypt Under The Ptolemaic Dynasty (1899)

""A History of Egypt Under the Ptolemaic Dynasty"" is a comprehensive book written by John Pentland Mahaffy and published in 1899. The book covers the history of Egypt during the Ptolemaic Dynasty, which lasted from 323 BC to 30 BC. The Ptolemaic Dynasty was a Hellenistic dynasty that ruled Egypt after the death of Alexander the Great.The book provides a detailed account of the political, social, and cultural developments that took place in Egypt during this period. It covers the reigns of all the Ptolemaic rulers, including Ptolemy I Soter, Ptolemy II Philadelphus, Ptolemy III Euergetes, and Cleopatra VII.Mahaffy explores the relationship between the Ptolemaic rulers and the Egyptian people, as well as the interactions between Egypt and the wider Hellenistic world. He also examines the economic and religious developments that took place during this period.The book is based on extensive research and includes a wealth of primary sources, including inscriptions, papyri, and coins. It is written in a clear and accessible style, making it suitable for both scholars and general readers interested in the history of Egypt and the Hellenistic world.Overall, ""A History of Egypt Under the Ptolemaic Dynasty"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Egypt, the Hellenistic world, or ancient history in general.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work. Read more