Sargon Of Assyria And Sennacherib (722-681 B.C.)

Sargon of Assyria and Sennacherib (722-681 B.C.) is a historical book written by Gaston Maspero. The book provides a detailed account of the reigns of two of the most prominent kings of the Assyrian Empire - Sargon II and Sennacherib. The author has used various primary sources to reconstruct the events that took place during their reigns, including official inscriptions, letters, and archaeological evidence.The book begins with an introduction to the Assyrian Empire and its rise to power. It then delves into the reign of Sargon II, who came to the throne in 722 B.C. after the death of his father, Tiglath-Pileser III. Maspero describes Sargon's military campaigns, his conquest of the northern kingdom of Israel, and his efforts to consolidate his power over the empire.The second part of the book focuses on the reign of Sennacherib, who succeeded Sargon II in 681 B.C. Maspero describes Sennacherib's military campaigns, including his invasion of Judah and his siege of Jerusalem. He also discusses Sennacherib's building projects, including the construction of the famous palace at Nineveh.Throughout the book, Maspero provides insights into the political, social, and cultural aspects of life in the Assyrian Empire. He also discusses the role of religion in the empire and the beliefs and practices of the Assyrian people.Overall, Sargon of Assyria and Sennacherib (722-681 B.C.) is a comprehensive and informative book that provides a fascinating insight into the history of the Assyrian Empire and the reigns of two of its most prominent kings. It is a must-read for anyone interested in ancient history and the Middle East.THIS 108 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Passing of the Empires 850 BC to 330 BC, by Gaston Maspero. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766179354.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.