This episode I explore the emergence of Assyria as the world's first proper empire, with all of the impressive achievements and horrifying consequences this implies, as Israel descends into the chaos of a series of coups.

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Bibliography:

Finkelstein & Silberman - 'The Bible Unearthed';

Mario Liverani - 'Israel's History and the History of Israel';

Amanda Podany - 'Weavers, Scribes, and Kings';

Eckart Frahm - 'Assyria';

Christian Frevel - 'History of Ancient Israel';

Mario Liverani - 'Israel's History and the History of Israel';

Robert Alter - 'The Hebrew Bible: A Translation With Commentary';

Berlin, Brettler, Fishbane, et al - 'The Jewish Study Bible';