Cover
Contents
Abbreviations
Chronology of Tiglath-pileser III’s Reign
Introduction
The Kingdom of Assyria in 745 BCE
Was Tiglath-pileser III a Usurper?
Tiglath-pileser III’s Ascent to the Throne
The Neutralization of High Dignitaries
The Strategy of Conquest
The First Phase of the Campaigns (745–744)
The Second Phase of the Campaigns (743–738)
The Third Phase of the Campaigns (737–735)
The Fourth Phase of the Campaigns (734–732)
The Fifth Phase of the Campaigns (731–727)
The King is Dead! Long Live the King!
Building Activities
Conclusion
Selected Bibliography
Index of Ancient Sources
Index of Modern Authors
Index of Personal Names