Mitanni Empire: The Forgotten Hurrian Kingdom That Shaped Ancient Mesopotamia and Syria (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9798272246240)

Few people know that between the mighty empires of Egypt and Assyria once stood a forgotten kingdom that shaped them both.

Buried beneath centuries of dust lies the story of the Mitanni Empire-a civilization born from the resilience of the Hurrian people, who rose from obscurity to command the great powers of the Bronze Age. They were diplomats, warriors, and visionaries who mastered the art of chariot warfare, forged alliances with Pharaohs, and left behind a legacy that still echoes through history.

In Mitanni Empire: The Forgotten Hurrian Kingdom That Shaped Ancient Mesopotamia and Syria, historian and storyteller Sidney K. Torbert revives this lost chapter of human civilization in vivid detail. Through gripping narrative and meticulous research, this book brings to life the rise, triumph, and fall of a kingdom that once stood between giants.

Discover the hidden truth behind an empire that connected the ancient world through trade, diplomacy, and war. Walk beside kings like Shaushatar and Tushratta, witness the sack of Ashur, the clash with Egypt, and the relentless Hittite resurgence that brought Mitanni to its knees. Each page reveals how this lost empire influenced the very foundations of politics, religion, and culture across the Near East.

What you're about to discover will change how you see the ancient world. The Hurrians' gods found homes in foreign temples, their language shaped royal courts, and their innovations in chariotry redefined warfare for generations. Even in defeat, their spirit endured-woven into the civilizations that rose after them.

If you are passionate about ancient history, archaeology, forgotten civilizations, or the rise and fall of empires, this book will open your eyes to a world history has almost erased.

Why it matters: Because understanding Mitanni means understanding the origins of diplomacy, cultural exchange, and resilience itself.

Ready to uncover the truth behind the empire time forgot?

Get your copy of Mitanni Empire today and step into the lost world that shaped the ancient past.

Author: Sidney K. Torbert
ISBN-13: 9798272246240
Publisher: Independently Published
Language: English
Published: 10/30/2025
Pages: 92
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.19d