"History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 7 (of 12)" by G. Maspero is a sweeping journey into the ancient Near East, chronicling the resurgence of Assyria and its powerful kings like Assur-nazir-pal and Shalmaneser III. The story unpacks Assyrian military strategies, political maneuvering, and cultural dominance as they conquer and influence neighboring regions like Babylon and Syria. It paints a picture of the era's political and military tensions, focusing on Assyria's rise from hardship and their calculated plans to reclaim control over surrounding lands through military campaigns against Urartu and Northern Syria. The narrative kicks off with the early rulers after a mysterious period, shining a light on the innovative war tactics of the time, like cavalry and siege engines. It sets a detailed and analytical tone, capturing the ongoing power struggles among the ancient empires.
History of Egypt, Chaldæa, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, Volume 7 (of 12)
By G. (Gaston) Maspero
Witness the dramatic rebirth of an empire as ambitious kings clash, forging their legacy through conquest and cunning in the ancient Near East.
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About the AuthorSir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero was a French Egyptologist and director general of excavations and antiquities for the Egyptian government. Widely regarded as the foremost Egyptologist of his generation, he began his career teaching Egyptian language in Paris becoming a professor at the Collège de France. In 1880, he led an archaeological mission to Egypt, which later became the Institut Français d'Archéologie Orientale.
Sir Gaston Camille Charles Maspero was a French Egyptologist and director general of excavations and antiquities for the Egyptian government. Widely regarded as the foremost Egyptologist of his generation, he began his career teaching Egyptian language in Paris becoming a professor at the Collège de France. In 1880, he led an archaeological mission to Egypt, which later became the Institut Français d'Archéologie Orientale.
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