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Iranshahr: The Complete History of Ancient Persia: From Elam to the Sassanids - Discover the Legacy of Cyrus the Great, Darius, and the Persian Empires(18 The Complete World of Ancient Civilizations)

Iranshahr: The Complete History of Ancient Persia: From Elam to the Sassanids - Discover the Legacy of Cyrus the Great, Darius, and the Persian Empires(18 The Complete World of Ancient Civilizations)


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Iranshahr: The Complete History of Ancient PersiaFrom Elam to the Sassanids - a sweeping narrative of the empires that shaped the ancient world. Journey across four millennia to the Realm of the Iranians, where rugged mountains and bustling trade routes forged a civilization both fortress and crossroads. Iranshahr traces the story of Ancient Persia from the enigmatic Bronze Age cultures of the plateau to the brilliance of the Achaemenids, the resilience of the Parthians, and the final renaissance of the Sassanids. Along the way, meet visionaries like Cyrus the Great and Darius I, walk the Royal Road through a truly multicultural empire, and stand before the reliefs of Persepolis-a world order expressed in stone. This is more than a chronology of kings and battles. It is a clear, compelling portrait of how Persian statecraft, infrastructure, and ideas transformed governance from the Aegean to the Indus. With vivid storytelling and crisp analysis, the book reveals how administrative genius, religious thought, and artistic ambition created the template for future world empires. Inside, you'll discover: Origins & Foundations: The rise of early highland kingdoms and the long rivalry-and exchange-with Mesopotamia. The Achaemenid Breakthrough: How satrapies, standardized coinage, and fast couriers powered the first true world empire. Clash & Contact: A balanced account of the Greco-Persian Wars and the enduring dialogue between "East" and "West." The Parthian Interlude: Steppe-born cavalry, feudal alliances, and a new balance with Rome. The Sassanid Renaissance: Imperial revival, Zoroastrian statecraft, global medicine at Gondishapur, and a finale that reshaped late antiquity. Why this book matters Coherent Big Picture: A single, readable arc that unites Elamites, Medes, Achaemenids, Parthians, and Sassanids into one evolving story. Geography as Destiny: Explains how Persia's terrain made it both protected heartland and essential bridge of civilizations. Ideas with Impact: Shows how Persian administration, law, religion, and art influenced empires for centuries. Perfect for Readers of narrative history who want clarity without losing depth. Students and lifelong learners seeking a reliable, engaging overview of Ancient Persia. Fans of world history exploring how empires govern-and why they endure. Richly researched and elegantly told, Iranshahr is your gateway to understanding how Persia's empires built a connected ancient world-and why their legacy still matters.


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Product Details
  • ISBN-13: 9798262932122
  • Publisher: Independently Published
  • Publisher Imprint: Independently Published
  • Height: 229 mm
  • No of Pages: 282
  • Returnable: N
  • Spine Width: 15 mm
  • Weight: 431 gr
  • ISBN-10: 8262932129
  • Publisher Date: 30 Aug 2025
  • Binding: Paperback
  • Language: English
  • Returnable: N
  • Series Title: 18 The Complete World of Ancient Civilizations
  • Sub Title: The Complete History of Ancient Persia: From Elam to the Sassanids - Discover the Legacy of Cyrus the Great, Darius, and the Persian Empires
  • Width: 152 mm


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