A History of Ancient Persia

[b]An innovative approach to the history of the First Persian Empire, offering an accessible historical narrative for students and general readers alike[/b] [i]A History of the Achaemenid Empire[/i] considers archaeological and written sources to provide an expansive, source-based introduction to the diverse and culturally rich world of ancient Achaemenid Persia. Assuming no prior background, this accessible textbook follows the dynastic line from the establishment and expansion of the empire under the early Achaemenid kings to its collapse in 330 BCE. The text integrates the latest research, key primary sources, and archaeological data to offer readers deep insights into…