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Ebla - The Rise and Ruin of an Ancient Empire - cover

Ebla - The Rise and Ruin of an Ancient Empire

Minerva Smith

Publisher: Heritage Books

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Summary

Long before Babylon and Assyria rose to power, there was Ebla—a thriving empire that dominated trade and diplomacy in the ancient Near East. For centuries, its wealth and influence stretched across modern-day Syria, shaping the course of history. Then, just as swiftly as it ascended, Ebla vanished, buried beneath the sands of time.
 
 
 
Ebla: The Rise and Ruin of an Ancient Empire unearths the fascinating story of this forgotten civilization. Through groundbreaking archaeological discoveries and deciphered clay tablets, this book explores Ebla’s political strategies, economic power, and cultural achievements. It delves into its rivalries, alliances, and the mysterious destruction that led to its downfall.
 
 
 
What caused the collapse of one of the ancient world’s greatest cities? Was it war, internal strife, or something more enigmatic? This book brings Ebla’s lost legacy back to life, offering a gripping narrative of ambition, prosperity, and ultimate ruin in an empire long overshadowed by history.
Available since: 02/23/2025.
Print length: 35 pages.

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