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1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization Collapsed: Revised and Updated (Turning Points in Ancient History),Used
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A bold reassessment of what caused the Late Bronze Age collapseIn 1177 B.C., marauding groups known only as the 'Sea Peoples' invaded Egypt. The pharaoh's army and navy managed to defeat them, but the victory so weakened Egypt that it soon slid into decline, as did most of the surrounding civilizations. After centuries of brilliance, the civilized world of the Bronze Age came to an abrupt and cataclysmic end. Kingdoms fell like dominoes over the course of just a few decades. No more Minoans or Mycenaeans. No more Trojans, Hittites, or Babylonians. The thriving economy and cultures of the late second millennium B.C., which had stretched from Greece to Egypt and Mesopotamia, suddenly ceased to exist, along with writing systems, technology, and monumental architecture. But the Sea Peoples alone could not have caused such widespread breakdown. How did it happen?In this major new account of the causes of this 'First Dark Ages,' Eric Cline tells the gripping story of how the end was brought about by multiple interconnected failures, ranging from invasion and revolt to earthquakes, drought, and the cutting of international trade routes. Bringing to life the vibrant multicultural world of these great civilizations, he draws a sweeping panorama of the empires and globalized peoples of the Late Bronze Age and shows that it was their very interdependence that hastened their dramatic collapse and ushered in a dark age that lasted centuries.A compelling combination of narrative and the latest scholarship, 1177 B.C. sheds new light on the complex ties that gave rise to, and ultimately destroyed, the flourishing civilizations of the Late Bronze Ageand that set the stage for the emergence of classical Greece.
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- Q: What is the main focus of '1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization Collapsed'? A: The book examines the causes of the Late Bronze Age collapse, highlighting the interconnected failures that led to the downfall of several civilizations.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Eric H. Cline, a well-known historian specializing in ancient civilizations.
- Q: When was '1177 B.C.: The Year Civilization Collapsed' published? A: The book was published on February 2, 2021.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains a total of 304 pages.
- Q: Is this book suitable for casual readers or only for academics? A: The book is suitable for both casual readers and academics, as it combines engaging narrative with scholarly research.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or maps? A: The product details do not specify if the book includes illustrations or maps.
- Q: What historical period does the book primarily discuss? A: The book primarily discusses the Late Bronze Age, focusing on the civilizations that existed around 1177 B.C.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes such as invasion, environmental factors, economic decline, and the interdependence of ancient civilizations.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, it is part of the 'Turning Points in Ancient History' series.