The Royal Correspondence of the Assyrian Empire, translated into English with transliteration and commentary by Leroy Waterman, is an invaluable scholarly work that opens a unique window into the political, social, and cultural life of one of the ancient Near East’s most powerful empires. The Assyrian Empire, which reached its peak between the 9th and 7th centuries BCE, was renowned for its sophisticated administration, military prowess, and complex diplomatic relations. ...