The Assyrian Empire: A Quick Read

By Allison Bonham, Academic Links, Brooke Bonham

The Assyrian Empire: A Quick Read is a concise and engaging introduction to one of the ancient world's most powerful civilizations. Designed for middle school readers, this book features short, easy-to-read articles that cover a wide range of topics, including geography, government, culture, daily life, religion, social classes, food, education, arts, clothing, technology, trade, and military strategies.

The book also highlights key historical figures and events, from early Assyrian settlements and the founding of Ashur to influential kings such as Shamshi-Adad I, Ashurbanipal, and Esarhaddon. Readers will learn about the empire's greatest achievements, including the library at Nineveh, military conquests, and cultural advancements, as well as its decline, the fall of Nineveh, and the final collapse of Assyria.

With its accessible style and clear explanations, The Assyrian Empire: A Quick Read is designed to spark curiosity, making it an ideal starting point for students who want to explore Assyrian history and culture in greater depth.

Topics:
Overview
Geography
Government
Culture
Daily Life
Religion
Social Classes
Food & Agriculture
Education
Arts & Entertainment
Clothing
Technology & Science
Trade & Commerce
Military & Warfare
Library at Nineveh
Men's Roles
Women's Roles
Early Assyrian Settlements
Founding of Ashur City
Shamshi-Adad I
Ashur-uballit I
Adad-nirari I
Tukulti-Ninurta I
Tiglath-Pileser I
Assyrian Decline
Ashur-dan II
Ashurnasirpal II
Shalmaneser III
Revolt Against Shalmaneser III
Tiglath-Pileser III
Shalmaneser V & Fall of Samaria
Sargon II
Sennacherib
Assassination of Sennacherib
Esarhaddon
Ashurbanipal
Defeat of Egypt
Civil War Between Ashurbanipal and His Brother
Death of Ashurbanipal
Fall of Nineveh
Final Fall of Assyria & Legacy

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0FSDSQRDK
• ISBN13: 9798266859234
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 88 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"