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The Enigma of the Hyksos: Volume I, 2019

This article shows some preliminary results obtained when models from network analysis are applie... more This article shows some preliminary results obtained when models from network analysis are applied to the material culture of the SIP.

Chasing Chariots: Proceedings of the First International Chariot Conference (Cairo 2012), pp. 203–215, Dec 2013

The goal of the present paper is to examine how chariots, and in particular royal chariots, are d... more The goal of the present paper is to examine how chariots, and in particular royal chariots, are depicted in war scenes on wall reliefs both in New Kingdom Egypt, mostly representative examples from 19th (1549-1298 BC) and 20th Dynasty (1298-1069 BC), and in the Neo-Assyrian Empire (934-609 BC). Chronologically, the present discussion encompasses both the Late Bronze Age (ca. 1550-1070 BC) and Iron Age (ca. 1100-600 BC). Geographically speaking, the study focuses on Egypt and Northern Mesopotamia.

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Tijdschrift voor Mediterrane Archeologie, 57, 2017

This paper summarizes the topic of my dissertation

Ancient History magazine, 9, 2017

This article focuses on the identy and role of the God's Wives of AMun during the 25th Dynasty, e... more This article focuses on the identy and role of the God's Wives of AMun during the 25th Dynasty, especially as examined through their iconography and their building activity

Ancient History magazine, issue 1, 2016

This paper discusses the archaeologcial evidence for the representation of Hatschepsut on the cov... more This paper discusses the archaeologcial evidence for the representation of Hatschepsut on the cover of the issue of the magazine

This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015), 58. In it it is explained the reasoning... more This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015), 58. In it it is explained the reasoning that went into the creation of the cover of this issue, representing a Hittite chariot.

This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015) , 6–9. It gives an overview of the devel... more This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015) , 6–9. It gives an overview of the development and fall of the Hittite empire.

Ancient Warfare 8.3, pp. 43-47, Jul 2014

The New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1077 BC) was a period in which Egypt was, for the first time, enacting ... more The New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1077 BC) was a period in which Egypt was, for the first time, enacting proper imperialist and expansionistic policies in the Near East. Within this period, the nineteenth Dynasty (ca. 1292–1189 BC), Egypt flourished, producing no less famous a ruler than Ramesses II (r. 1279–1213 BC), known for his battles against kingdoms of the ancient Near East and particularly for the Battle of Kadesh. His direct predecessor and father, Seti I (r.1290–1279 BC), was no less warlike and capable.

Ancient Warfare 7.1, pp. 14–19, Apr 2013

"The Egyptian Middle Kingdom (2066–1650 BC) was a period of political and cultural flowering. The... more "The Egyptian Middle Kingdom (2066–1650 BC) was a period of political and cultural flowering. The central authority embodied by the king was strong. Successful military campaigns extended Egypt’s borders. Fortresses were built in Lower Nubia on the banks of the River Nile to keep newly conquered territory under control; they also served as storehouses for goods traded in that region and as checkpoints for travellers. The arts flourished. The most famous works of ancient Egyptian literature were created in this period and represent the classical phase of Egyptian language. But the Middle Kingdom would eventually give way to the Second Intermediate Period (1650–1549 BC), during which Egypt
was ruled by a group of people of foreign stock: the Hyksos."

Online publications by Arianna Sacco

Ancient World Magazine, Nov 17, 2021

The fourth and last of the most common measures used in network analysis is the eigenvector centr... more The fourth and last of the most common measures used in network analysis is the eigenvector centrality. In this article, you will discover its meaning, how to make use of it and how to calculate it.

Ancient World Magazine, Jun 22, 2021

The third one of the most common measures used in network analysis is the closeness centrality. I... more The third one of the most common measures used in network analysis is the closeness centrality. In this article, you will discover how to make use of it and how you can calculate it mathematically.

Ancient World Magazine, Apr 28, 2021

One of the most common measures used in network analysis is betweenness centrality. In this artic... more One of the most common measures used in network analysis is betweenness centrality. In this article, you will learn how to make use of it and which algorithms are used to calculate it.

Ancient World Magazine, Mar 23, 2021

In order to get a good understanding of the inner workings of network analysis, you need to get f... more In order to get a good understanding of the inner workings of network analysis, you need to get familiar with the mathematical algorithms that are used to generate the networks.

Ancient World Magazine, Feb 5, 2021

Continuing her series on network analysis, Arianna explains how graphs are not only tools to use ... more Continuing her series on network analysis, Arianna explains how graphs are not only tools to use in your research, but also powerful instruments to show your results to others. She explains how you can manipulate your graphs to present information.

Ancient World Magazine, Dec 29, 2020

In network analysis, the shape of the network that you build, as well as what your graph looks li... more In network analysis, the shape of the network that you build, as well as what your graph looks like, and in general the results of the analysis, all depend on the matrix. Therefore, the way you structure the matrix is important.

Ancient World Magazine, Dec 1, 2020

In this article, the fourth in a series on network analysis, Arianna reviews three software appli... more In this article, the fourth in a series on network analysis, Arianna reviews three software applications that she has tried for her research. She will explain the reasons why she opted to use ORA.

Ancient World Magazine, Nov 6, 2020

When studying networks, there are fundamental aspects that you need to consider and options that ... more When studying networks, there are fundamental aspects that you need to consider and options that you need to weigh during the first steps of your analysis.

Ancient World Magazine, Oct 21, 2020

The first step when conducting network analysis is to select what material to include in your dat... more The first step when conducting network analysis is to select what material to include in your database and how to structure the data. Arianna explains how you would go about creating a database, and how your database impacts the analysis of the evidence.

Ancient World Magazine, Oct 8, 2020

The way we look at archaeological remains shape what we think about our past. In studying the Sec... more The way we look at archaeological remains shape what we think about our past. In studying the Second Intermediate Period, a lesser-known part of Egyptian history, a new methodology has proven useful: network analysis.

Ancient World Magazine, Mar 17, 2020

A fragmentary statue from Tell el-Dab’a features traits that the ancient Egyptians associated wit... more A fragmentary statue from Tell el-Dab’a features traits that the ancient Egyptians associated with people from the Levant, raising questions of self-representation and context, especially with regards to ethnic identity.

The Enigma of the Hyksos: Volume I, 2019

This article shows some preliminary results obtained when models from network analysis are applie... more This article shows some preliminary results obtained when models from network analysis are applied to the material culture of the SIP.

Chasing Chariots: Proceedings of the First International Chariot Conference (Cairo 2012), pp. 203–215, Dec 2013

The goal of the present paper is to examine how chariots, and in particular royal chariots, are d... more The goal of the present paper is to examine how chariots, and in particular royal chariots, are depicted in war scenes on wall reliefs both in New Kingdom Egypt, mostly representative examples from 19th (1549-1298 BC) and 20th Dynasty (1298-1069 BC), and in the Neo-Assyrian Empire (934-609 BC). Chronologically, the present discussion encompasses both the Late Bronze Age (ca. 1550-1070 BC) and Iron Age (ca. 1100-600 BC). Geographically speaking, the study focuses on Egypt and Northern Mesopotamia.

Tijdschrift voor Mediterrane Archeologie, 57, 2017

This paper summarizes the topic of my dissertation

Ancient History magazine, 9, 2017

This article focuses on the identy and role of the God's Wives of AMun during the 25th Dynasty, e... more This article focuses on the identy and role of the God's Wives of AMun during the 25th Dynasty, especially as examined through their iconography and their building activity

Ancient History magazine, issue 1, 2016

This paper discusses the archaeologcial evidence for the representation of Hatschepsut on the cov... more This paper discusses the archaeologcial evidence for the representation of Hatschepsut on the cover of the issue of the magazine

This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015), 58. In it it is explained the reasoning... more This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015), 58. In it it is explained the reasoning that went into the creation of the cover of this issue, representing a Hittite chariot.

This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015) , 6–9. It gives an overview of the devel... more This article was published in Ancient Warfare 9.3 (2015) , 6–9. It gives an overview of the development and fall of the Hittite empire.

Ancient Warfare 8.3, pp. 43-47, Jul 2014

The New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1077 BC) was a period in which Egypt was, for the first time, enacting ... more The New Kingdom (ca. 1550–1077 BC) was a period in which Egypt was, for the first time, enacting proper imperialist and expansionistic policies in the Near East. Within this period, the nineteenth Dynasty (ca. 1292–1189 BC), Egypt flourished, producing no less famous a ruler than Ramesses II (r. 1279–1213 BC), known for his battles against kingdoms of the ancient Near East and particularly for the Battle of Kadesh. His direct predecessor and father, Seti I (r.1290–1279 BC), was no less warlike and capable.

Ancient Warfare 7.1, pp. 14–19, Apr 2013

"The Egyptian Middle Kingdom (2066–1650 BC) was a period of political and cultural flowering. The... more "The Egyptian Middle Kingdom (2066–1650 BC) was a period of political and cultural flowering. The central authority embodied by the king was strong. Successful military campaigns extended Egypt’s borders. Fortresses were built in Lower Nubia on the banks of the River Nile to keep newly conquered territory under control; they also served as storehouses for goods traded in that region and as checkpoints for travellers. The arts flourished. The most famous works of ancient Egyptian literature were created in this period and represent the classical phase of Egyptian language. But the Middle Kingdom would eventually give way to the Second Intermediate Period (1650–1549 BC), during which Egypt
was ruled by a group of people of foreign stock: the Hyksos."

Ancient World Magazine, Nov 17, 2021

The fourth and last of the most common measures used in network analysis is the eigenvector centr... more The fourth and last of the most common measures used in network analysis is the eigenvector centrality. In this article, you will discover its meaning, how to make use of it and how to calculate it.

Ancient World Magazine, Jun 22, 2021

The third one of the most common measures used in network analysis is the closeness centrality. I... more The third one of the most common measures used in network analysis is the closeness centrality. In this article, you will discover how to make use of it and how you can calculate it mathematically.

Ancient World Magazine, Apr 28, 2021

One of the most common measures used in network analysis is betweenness centrality. In this artic... more One of the most common measures used in network analysis is betweenness centrality. In this article, you will learn how to make use of it and which algorithms are used to calculate it.

Ancient World Magazine, Mar 23, 2021

In order to get a good understanding of the inner workings of network analysis, you need to get f... more In order to get a good understanding of the inner workings of network analysis, you need to get familiar with the mathematical algorithms that are used to generate the networks.

Ancient World Magazine, Feb 5, 2021

Continuing her series on network analysis, Arianna explains how graphs are not only tools to use ... more Continuing her series on network analysis, Arianna explains how graphs are not only tools to use in your research, but also powerful instruments to show your results to others. She explains how you can manipulate your graphs to present information.

Ancient World Magazine, Dec 29, 2020

In network analysis, the shape of the network that you build, as well as what your graph looks li... more In network analysis, the shape of the network that you build, as well as what your graph looks like, and in general the results of the analysis, all depend on the matrix. Therefore, the way you structure the matrix is important.

Ancient World Magazine, Dec 1, 2020

In this article, the fourth in a series on network analysis, Arianna reviews three software appli... more In this article, the fourth in a series on network analysis, Arianna reviews three software applications that she has tried for her research. She will explain the reasons why she opted to use ORA.

Ancient World Magazine, Nov 6, 2020

When studying networks, there are fundamental aspects that you need to consider and options that ... more When studying networks, there are fundamental aspects that you need to consider and options that you need to weigh during the first steps of your analysis.

Ancient World Magazine, Oct 21, 2020

The first step when conducting network analysis is to select what material to include in your dat... more The first step when conducting network analysis is to select what material to include in your database and how to structure the data. Arianna explains how you would go about creating a database, and how your database impacts the analysis of the evidence.

Ancient World Magazine, Oct 8, 2020

The way we look at archaeological remains shape what we think about our past. In studying the Sec... more The way we look at archaeological remains shape what we think about our past. In studying the Second Intermediate Period, a lesser-known part of Egyptian history, a new methodology has proven useful: network analysis.

Ancient World Magazine, Mar 17, 2020

A fragmentary statue from Tell el-Dab’a features traits that the ancient Egyptians associated wit... more A fragmentary statue from Tell el-Dab’a features traits that the ancient Egyptians associated with people from the Levant, raising questions of self-representation and context, especially with regards to ethnic identity.

Ancient World Magazine, Jan 29, 2018

Ancient Egypt had periods of political instability, in which different factions vied for control,... more Ancient Egypt had periods of political instability, in which different factions vied for control, not unlike the drama seen in Game of Thrones.

Ancient World Magazine, Mar 5, 2019

The last king of Egypt’s New Kingdom managed to stave off threats from without before being broug... more The last king of Egypt’s New Kingdom managed to stave off threats from without before being brought down by a conspiracy from within.

Ancient World Magazine, Jan 18, 2018

The tomb of the Roman poet Virgil (70–19 BC) is located in Naples. Today, the tomb forms the cent... more The tomb of the Roman poet Virgil (70–19 BC) is located in Naples. Today, the tomb forms the centre of a park created in Virgil’s honour.

Ancient World Magazine, Nov 30, 2016

An in-depth look at the tomb of prince Paraherwenemef, a son of Ramesses III, in the Valley of th... more An in-depth look at the tomb of prince Paraherwenemef, a son of Ramesses III, in the Valley of the Queens.

Ancient World Magazine, Feb 28, 2015

Located not far from Naples are the impressive remains of the villa that once belonged to Nero’s ... more Located not far from Naples are the impressive remains of the villa that once belonged to Nero’s wife, Poppaea Sabina.

Ancient World Magazine, Jan 26, 2015

A quick look at a number of ancient, marble statues belonging to a collection once owned by Elisa... more A quick look at a number of ancient, marble statues belonging to a collection once owned by Elisabetta Farnese.

Ancient Warfare, Dec 16, 2013

The end of the Eighteenth Dynasty in ancient Egypt (ca. 1549–1292 BC) and the beginning of the Ni... more The end of the Eighteenth Dynasty in ancient Egypt (ca. 1549–1292 BC) and the beginning of the Nineteenth Dynasty are marked by a succession of kings of non-royal blood. After the death of the young king Titankhamun (r. 1332–1323 BC), these rulers were Ay (r. 1327–1323 BC) and Horemheb (r. 1323–1295 BC), the last two kings of the Eighteenth Dynasty, and Ramesses I (r. 1292–1290 BC), the first king of the Nineteenth Dynasty.

Ancient Warfare, May 31, 2013

After the premature death of the young King Tutankhamun (r. 1332–1323 BC) – who died without leav... more After the premature death of the young King Tutankhamun (r. 1332–1323 BC) – who died without leaving an heir – there was a succession of kings who were of non-royal blood, or only very loosely related to the royal family. They include Ay (r. 1327–1323 BC) and Horemheb (r. 1323–1295 BC), the last two kings of the Eighteenth Dynasty (ca. 1550–1292 BC), as well as Ramesses I (r. 1292–1290 BC), the first king of the Nineteenth Dynasty (ca. 1292–1187 BC). The present article focuses on the story and the career of Horemheb, and on the path that led him to the throne.

Bibliotheca Orientalis, volume 79, 2022

This is a review of Dr De Souza's book based on his dissertation

Ancient World Magazine, Jul 3, 2020

An interesting look at archaeological research that focuses on all aspects of the production proc... more An interesting look at archaeological research that focuses on all aspects of the production process, from the procurement of raw materials to the use of finished products. A review of "Approaches to the Analysis of Production Activity at Archaeological Sites", edited by Anna K. Hodgkinson and Cecilie Lelek Tvetmarken (Archaeopress, 2020)

The review of this special issue of Desperta Ferro, edited by G.G. Jiménez, was published in Anci... more The review of this special issue of Desperta Ferro, edited by G.G. Jiménez, was published in Ancient Warfare 8.6, 54–56.

This review of this book, written by C. Vogel, is published in Ancient Warfare 7.1 (2013), 57.

Ancient Warfare 7.3, p. 57, Aug 2013

A review of a French book with the above-named title written by Stêphane Thion and published by L... more A review of a French book with the above-named title written by Stêphane Thion and published by LRT Editions. The book was on the Egyptian armies of the Ptolemaic period.

Presentation given at Current Research in Egyptology (CRE) 2017, University of Naples L'Orientale... more Presentation given at Current Research in Egyptology (CRE) 2017, University of Naples L'Orientale, 3–6 May

Presentation given at the 11th International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East... more Presentation given at the 11th International Congress on the Archaeology of the Ancient Near East (ICAANE), Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München, 3–6

Presentation given at the International Congress for Young Egyptologists (ICYE), Leiden Universit... more Presentation given at the International Congress for Young Egyptologists (ICYE), Leiden University, 21–24 August

Presentation given at the Theoretical Archaeology Group (Antiquity TAG) 2021 conference, organize... more Presentation given at the Theoretical Archaeology Group (Antiquity TAG) 2021 conference, organized online by Antiquity journal, 17–19 December 2021

Presentation given at The Connected Past 2022 -Networks in the archaeology of the ancient Aegean,... more Presentation given at The Connected Past 2022 -Networks in the archaeology of the ancient Aegean, Heraklion Archaeological Museum and University of Toronto, 31 August–2 September

Presentation given at Computing the Past: Computational approaches to the dynamics of cultures an... more Presentation given at Computing the Past: Computational approaches to the dynamics of cultures and societies, University of West Bohemia and Masaryk University, 6–8 October

Presentation given at the Graduate Student Conference “Networks and Interactions”, Leiden Univers... more Presentation given at the Graduate Student Conference “Networks and Interactions”, Leiden University, 9–11 May.

Presentation given at Current Research in Egyptology (CRE) XV, University College London and King... more Presentation given at Current Research in Egyptology (CRE) XV, University College London and King’s College in London, 9–12 April

Presentation given at the First International Chariot Conference, the Netherlands-Flemish Institu... more Presentation given at the First International Chariot Conference, the Netherlands-Flemish Institute in Cairo, 30 November–2 December.

All Things Ancient Egypt: An Encyclopedia of the Ancient Egyptian World, 2019

This article summarizes what is know about hunting activities and equipment in ancient Egypt

All Things Ancient Egypt: An Encyclopedia of the Ancient Egyptian World, 2019

This paper focuses on the identity and role of the God's wives of Amun, especially during the Twe... more This paper focuses on the identity and role of the God's wives of Amun, especially during the Twenty-fifth Dynasty

Invited lecture for the Austrian Archaeological Institute (Austrian Academy of Sciences), on 28 J... more Invited lecture for the Austrian Archaeological Institute (Austrian Academy of Sciences), on 28 June.

Invited lecture for the LIAS institute of Leiden University, 5 March

Invited lecture for the Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology of the University of L... more Invited lecture for the Department of Archaeology, Classics and Egyptology of the University of Liverpool, 16 November.