Rameses III, King of Egypt

Master story-teller and renowned Egyptologist, Aiden Dodson, reveals the secrets of Rameses III, in this fully-illustrated, accessible history, the first to exclusively cover this last great pharaoh, by the author of the bestselling, Sethy I
Rameses III--often dubbed the "last great pharaoh"--lived and ruled during the first half of the twelfth century bc, a tumultuous time that saw the almost complete overthrow of established order in the eastern Mediterranean, and among Rameses's achievements was the preservation of Egypt as a nation-state in the face of external assault. However, his reign also saw economic challenges, and increasing dissatisfaction, which culminated in the king's own assassination.
This richly illustrated book is the latest in a series that aims to provide accounts of key figures in ancient Egyptian history that covers not only their life-stories but also their rediscovery and reception in modern times. Accordingly, it follows the king from his birth to his resurrection through modern research, describing the key events of the reign, his major monuments, and the people and events that led to these becoming once again known to the world.

Rameses III--often dubbed the "last great pharaoh"--lived and ruled during the first half of the twelfth century bc, a tumultuous time that saw the almost complete overthrow of established order in the eastern Mediterranean. Among Rameses's achievements was the preservation of Egypt as a nation-state in the face of external assault. However, his reign also saw increasing dissatisfaction, which culminated in his assassination. This richly illustrated book follows the king from his birth to his resurrection, describing the key events of the reign, his major monuments, and the people and events that led to these becoming once again known to the world.
Aidan Dodson is Hon. Professor of Egyptology in the Department of Anthropology and Archaeology at the University of Bristol, UK, was Simpson Professor of Egyptology at the American University in Cairo in 2013, and Chair of the Egypt Exploration Society during 2011-16. Awarded his PhD by the University of Cambridge in 2003, he was elected a Fellow of the Society of Antiquaries of London in 2003. He is the author of over twenty books, most recently a new edition of Amarna Sunset (AUC Press, 2018) and Sethy I, King of Egypt (AUC Press, 2019).
university library Egyptology collections in general, and Rameses III supplemental studies lists in particular."--Midwest Book Review

"Altogether this book provides a well-referenced overview of the reign, going a long way to restoring Ramesses III to his position as 'the last great pharaoh'."--Hilary Wilson, Ancient Egypt Magazine

"This new, comprehensive, illustrated biography charts Rameses III's dramatic rise and fall, as well as his monumental legacies."--AramcoWorld

Praise for Aidan Dodson:

"A masterpiece of meticulous scholarship . . . . ideal for non-specialist general readers with an interest in ancient Egyptian history." --Reviewer's Bookwatch, on Amarna Sunset

"Professional Egyptology at its best." --Brian Fagan, on Amarna Sunset

"Highly Recommended." --Choice, on Poisoned Legacy

"Intriguing and involving historical study and extrapolation." --Midwest Book Review, on Amarna Sunset

"With copious illustrations, this book supplies intriguing insights into pharaonic politics, arrived at through meticulous, knowledgeable research." --Book News, on Poisoned Legacy

"An excellent book, well researched, well written and well-illustrated throughout." --Egyptian Archaeology, on Afterglow of Empire