The longest-lasting dynasty in Babylonian history, Kassite rule (~440 years) gave Mesopotamia a prolonged era of stability and international diplomacy during the Late Bronze Age.
Conquered and ended in 1155 BCE when Elamite king Kutir-Nahhunte of the Shutrukid dynasty overthrew the last Kassite king Enlil-nadin-ahi, who was taken captive to Susa; succeeded by the Second Dynasty of Isin.
Essential for understanding Babylonian continuity and the Kassite administrative system.
A vivid narrative history of Mesopotamia that covers the long, stabilizing Kassite dynasty and its place in Late Bronze Age Babylonia and international diplomacy.