This history of ancient Persia discusses the contributions of rulers from Cyrus to Darius as they expanded the boundaries of the empire. Over a period of almost 1,200 years, the ancient Persians learned to cultivate crops such as wheat and barley and to domesticate animals. They also demonstrated their talents for architecture and art by building enormous palaces, such as at the site of Persepolis, and introduced the idea of worshipping a single god.
"In . . . ancient Persian, a king awaits the birth of his son but when the child is born with white hair and skin, he is banished to the forest. The young babe is brought up by the phoenix Simorgh until his father realizes the love he has lost and seeks his return"--Provided by publisher.
Examines the rise and fall of the Persians in the Middle East. Readers will come away with a comprehensive understanding of who the Persians were, how they built their empire, and what happened to their civilization.
Looks at the Persians, covering their language, innovation, mythology, and more. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.
Explores how Iran's history of empire, foreign invasion, and religious revolution, as well as cultural, literary, religious, and intellectual movements, has influenced the country's national identity.
Learn about the spread of culture from Middle East throughout Europe. Find out about Persia, Mohammad and the spread of Islam, and the beginnings of the Holy Roman Empire in this fascinating book.
