Ramesses II, Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh
Ramesses II, Egypt’s Ultimate Pharaoh by Peter J. Brand, published by Lockwood Press in 2023, offers an in-depth exploration of one of ancient Egypt’s most significant rulers. This edition spans 573 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the multifaceted achievements of Ramesses II during his 67-year reign from 1279 to 1212 BCE, highlighting his roles as a warrior, builder, and statesman, while drawing on the latest research to provide a comprehensive view of his impact on Egyptian civilization.
Readers will find a detailed account of Ramesses II’s political acumen and military prowess, as well as his efforts to restore the prestige of the Pharaoh’s office. The narrative covers his diplomatic achievements, including the signing of the earliest known international peace treaty with the Hittite Empire, and examines his legacy as a revered figure who became a living god in his later years. This book presents a thorough examination of the history and archaeology surrounding Ramesses II, making it a valuable resource for those interested in ancient Egypt and its social dynamics.
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Warrior, mighty builder, and statesman, over the course of his 67-year-long reign (1279-1212 BCE), Ramesses II achieved more than any other pharaoh in the three millennia of ancient Egyptian civilization. Drawing on the latest research, Peter Brand reveals Ramesses the Great as a gifted politician, canny elder statesman, and tenacious warrior. With restless energy, he fully restored the office of Pharaoh to unquestioned levels of prestige and authority, thereby bringing stability to Egypt. He ended almost seven decades of warfare between Egypt and the Hittite Empire by signing the earliest international peace treaty in recorded history. In his later years, even as he outlived many of his own children and grandchildren, Ramesses II became a living god and finally, an immortal legend. With authoritative knowledge and colorful details Brand paints a compelling portrait of this legendary Pharaoh who ruled over Imperial Egypt during its Golden Age.
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