Beyond the throne: uncovering the human tapestry of the ancient Near East
In short: Discover a history of the ancient Near East that moves past mere lists of rulers to explore the lived experiences of its people, from the first cities to the era of Alexander the Great.
In 'Weavers, Scribes, and Kings', Amanda H. Podany avoids a dry chronicle of three thousand years of states. Instead, she reconstructs the ancient world through the personal stories of diverse individuals, including merchants, priestesses, brickmakers, and musicians.
By examining ancient writings alongside the physical remains of cities and empires, the video explores how daily habits, beliefs, and societal shifts shaped lives from the world's earliest urban centers to the conquests of Alexander the Great.
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- Source: World History Encyclopedia — A New History of the Ancient Near East with Amanda Podany · YouTube (embedded player only)
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