Kings of the Hittites

'Kings of the Hittites' provides a comprehensive exploration of one of the most enigmatic civilizations of the ancient world. Written by the renowned archaeologist and scholar David George Hogarth, this work delves into the history, political structure, and royal lineage of the Hittite Empire, which once rivaled the power of ancient Egypt and Assyria. Drawing upon significant archaeological discoveries from the early 20th century, Hogarth reconstructs the lives and legacies of the monarchs who ruled the Anatolian plateau and Northern Syria during the Bronze Age.The text focuses on identifying the specific rulers of the Hittite heartland and their vassals, analyzing the geographical extent of their influence and the cultural impact they left behind. Through a careful examination of monumental inscriptions and artistic remains, Hogarth offers insights into the religious and social frameworks that supported the Hittite throne. 'Kings of the Hittites' remains a significant scholarly contribution to the study of the Ancient Near East, offering a detailed portrait of a long-lost empire and the sovereign leaders who shaped its rise and eventual decline. This volume is an essential resource for students of ancient history, archaeology, and the development of early Middle Eastern civilizations.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.