Module #1 Introduction to the Ptolemaic Kingdom Overview of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, its significance, and course objectives
Module #2 The Life and Legacy of Ptolemy I Soter Biography of Ptolemy I, his role in the Wars of the Diadochi, and the founding of the Ptolemaic Kingdom
Module #3 The Establishment of the Ptolemaic Kingdom Ptolemy Is consolidation of power, the capture of Egypt, and the capital city of Alexandria
Module #4 The Ptolemaic Dynasty:Succession and Family Ties An overview of the Ptolemaic dynasty, including key rulers, family relationships, and succession crises
Module #5 The Ptolemaic Economy:Agriculture, Trade, and Commerce The economy of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including agriculture, trade networks, and commerce
Module #6 The Ptolemaic Military:Organization, Tactics, and Campaigns The military structure, tactics, and key campaigns of the Ptolemaic Kingdom
Module #7 Ptolemaic Culture:Hellenism and Egyptian Influence The cultural achievements of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including Hellenistic art, literature, and architecture
Module #8 The Ptolemaic Administrative System The administrative structure of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including the role of the basilikos grammateus and nomarchs
Module #9 The Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Hellenistic World The Ptolemaic Kingdoms relationships with other Hellenistic kingdoms, including the Seleucid Empire and Macedon
Module #10 Ptolemaic Foreign Policy:Alliances, Wars, and Diplomacy The foreign policy of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including key alliances, wars, and diplomatic initiatives
Module #11 The Reign of Ptolemy II Philadelphus The reign of Ptolemy II, including his cultural achievements, military campaigns, and administrative reforms
Module #12 The Reign of Ptolemy III Euergetes The reign of Ptolemy III, including his military campaigns, economic reforms, and cultural achievements
Module #13 The Later Ptolemies:Decline and Crisis The decline of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including internal strife, external pressures, and the rise of Rome
Module #14 Ptolemaic Religion:Serapis, Isis, and Hellenistic Cults The religious landscape of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including the worship of Serapis, Isis, and Hellenistic cults
Module #15 The City of Alexandria:Culture, Architecture, and Learning The city of Alexandria, including its cultural achievements, architectural landmarks, and intellectual traditions
Module #16 The Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Rise of Rome The relationship between the Ptolemaic Kingdom and the rising power of Rome, including diplomatic interactions and military conflicts
Module #17 The Final Years of the Ptolemaic Kingdom The final years of the Ptolemaic Kingdom, including the reign of Ptolemy XIII and the Roman conquest of Egypt
Module #18 The Legacy of the Ptolemaic Kingdom The lasting impact of the Ptolemaic Kingdom on ancient Mediterranean history and culture
Module #19 Archaeological Sources:Papyri, Coins, and Inscriptions The use of archaeological sources, including papyri, coins, and inscriptions, in understanding the Ptolemaic Kingdom
Module #20 Historical Sources:Historians, Biographers, and Literary Works The use of historical sources, including historians, biographers, and literary works, in understanding the Ptolemaic Kingdom
Module #21 Comparative Analysis:The Ptolemaic Kingdom and Other Hellenistic States A comparative analysis of the Ptolemaic Kingdom with other Hellenistic states, including the Seleucid Empire and Macedon
Module #22 The Ptolemaic Kingdom in Modern Scholarship Current trends and debates in modern scholarship on the Ptolemaic Kingdom
Module #23 Case Study:The Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Economy of the Mediterranean An in-depth case study of the Ptolemaic Kingdoms economy and its impact on the Mediterranean world
Module #24 Case Study:The Ptolemaic Kingdom and the Hellenistic City An in-depth case study of the Ptolemaic Kingdoms urban centers, including Alexandria and its cultural achievements
Module #25 Course Wrap-Up & Conclusion Planning next steps in The Ptolemaic Kingdom: History and Governance career
