Born and raised in Fort Payne, Alabama, brings a wealth of experience to the writing world. A graduate of the University of Florida, Driskill spent twenty years in the newspaper business, sharpening a meticulous attention to detail and a knack for vivid narrative. An army veteran, Driskill infuses his work with a disciplined perspective on the complexities of human history, offering readers a grounded and engaging exploration of the Hittite civilization.
After leaving the newspaper industry, R Jay Driskill embarked on a career as an archaeologist, unearthing the material culture of ancient societies. This expertise anchors his writing with rigorous historical and archaeological insight, bringing the ancient world to life with unparalleled authenticity. Driskill’s fieldwork across ancient sites fuels his passion for uncovering the stories of Late Bronze Age Anatolia, blending scholarly precision with accessible prose to illuminate a pivotal era in human history.
In addition to his non-fiction books, R Jay Driskill has published multiple short stories and earned recognition in Del Rey’s digital writing contest, showcasing his versatility as a writer. When not writing or excavating, Driskill remains dedicated to exploring the cultural and historical legacies of ancient Anatolia, offering readers a window into a fascinating and formative period.
Born and raised in Fort Payne, Alabama, brings a wealth of experience to the writing world. A graduate of the University of Florida, Driskill spent twenty years in the newspaper business, sharpening a meticulous attention to detail and a knack for vivid narrative. An army veteran, Driskill infuses his work with a disciplined perspective on the complexities of human history, offering readers a grounded and engaging exploration of the Hittite...
From the award-winning author of Kings of Stone — Outstanding Creator Award, Best Nonfiction 2025
Egypt’s pharaohs wrote them letters. The Hittites fought them to a standstill for generations. The Assyrians spent centuries as their subjects, waiting for the chance at independence. Mitanni’s daughters married into the most powerful royal families...
Drawing on decades of archaeological and philological discoveries, Archaeologist R Jay Driskill, presents a comprehensive history of the Hittite Empire. Once a forgotten civilization, the Hittites emerged from obscurity to stand as a formidable power in the ancient Near East, rivaling Egypt, Babylonia, and Assyria.
The Most Wounded Warrior in British Military History
Shot in the face, head, stomach, ankle, leg, hip, and ear. Survived two plane crashes. Tunneled out of a prisoner-of-war camp. Lost an eye and a hand, then pulled off his own mangled fingers when a doctor refused to amputate them. His response to it all? “Frankly, I enjoyed the war.”
