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Jörg Klinger is a professor in the Department of History and Cultural Studies at the Free University of Berlin, where he leads the collaborative research group 2615, focusing on Rethinking Oriental Despotism. His research emphasizes a comprehensive presentation of the history and culture of Central Anatolia and neighboring regions during the Hittite period. Klinger investigates both political and non-political developments, including economic, religious, social, and cultural factors and their interrelations. His academic work also includes thematic individual studies and explorations of the Hittite heritage and historiography. He has authored several significant monographs and articles addressing Hittite history, governance, literacy, collective identities, and cultural contacts. Over the years, Klinger has contributed to numerous conferences, discussing various aspects of Hittite civilization and historiography. His work is characterized by a deep engagement with archaeological and textual evidence from the ancient Near East.
Free University of Berlin • Berlin, Germany
Lead the Department of History and Cultural Studies, focusing on Ancient Near Eastern studies and collaborative research.
Administered by the Department of Political and Social Sciences.