This book addresses Social Network Analysis (SNA) as a methodological
approach in the field of Egyptology, exploring its possibilities,
limitations, and applications within the discipline. Social Network
Analysis is a sociological, graph theory-based approach used to
investigate social structures created by patterns of relationships
(ties or links) between actors (nodes), which has been utilised by
scholars in other areas of ancient history. The book first provides
readers with basic information on the theoretical background of
methods applied in SNA, as well as network theory and Actor-Network
Theory (ANT) more generally. It discusses the history of SNA
specifically within the discipline of Egyptology, evaluating the
advantages and limitations of this approach when applied to different
types of datasets, such as written sources and material records. The
author then explores a case study, examining the potential of network
modelling on datasets from the Abydos votive zone during the Middle
Kingdom period (c. 2040-1750 BC). The book highlights how SNA and
network theory can be useful supplementary tools alongside more
traditional research approaches in Egyptology for a more comprehensive
understanding of social relations and interconnections in ancient
contexts. Social Network Analysis and Egyptology is suitable for
students and scholars working on Egyptology who are interested in SNA
methodology, as well as those working on Classical and Ancient Near
Eastern archaeology and history. It also appeals to those interested
in network research and theory more broadly. Colour versions of images
in this book can be found in the Support Material:
www.routledge.com/9781032599632.
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9781040014691
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2024
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Routledge
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Engelsk
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Digital bok
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