Introduction

Chapters in this book

1. Frontmatter i
2. Contents v
3. List of Illustrations vi
4. Acknowledgements ix
5. Series Editor’s Preface xi
6. Abbreviations xiii
7. Map of The Mediterranean and Near East xv
8. Introduction 1
9. 1. Legitimating Conquest 32
10. 2. Legitimating Royal Authority 76
11. 3. Defining Empire 127
12. 4. Visions of Empire 168
13. 5. Royal Space 213
14. Conclusion 260
15. Bibliography 269
16. Index 306