Assyrian Historiography

The book delves into the historical significance of Tiglath Pileser IV's reign, emphasizing the complexities surrounding the inscriptions from his era. It highlights the challenges in accurately arranging these annals due to gaps and errors, and discusses the implications of their use as justifications despite their inaccuracies. The text also reflects on the transition to warfare and prosperity during his rule, as well as the subsequent alterations made by later kings, which have led to the loss of many original inscriptions.