Iran/Historic and Cultural Persia [Paperback]

Helen Loveday (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 1994

For thousands of years Iran, or Persia as it was known, was a melting pot of civilizations. Persia was the centre of the world''s first empire. Subsequent invasions provided a rich culture and history which is described in this volume.'

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These handsome, well-edited books from a Hong Kong-based publisher cover places few other guidebooks go.... The writers are particularly well-chosen....Odyssey fans tend to be adventurous travelers with a literary bent. If you're lucky enough to find an Odyssey Guide to where you're going, grab it. -- National Geographic Traveler, February 2000 --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

About the Author

Born in Geneva, Switzerland, in 1962, Helen Loveday has a BA in Chines and a pH in Chinese archaeology from Oxford University. Following time spent in Central Asia, she became attracted by Iran and began studying Farsi, the language of Iran. She is particularly interested in the Islamic architecture of ancient Persia and Sino-Iranian cultural exchanges. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 260 pages
• Publisher: Passport Pub (October 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0844294578
• ISBN-13: 978-0844294575
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 6 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #6,286,360 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide book!, September 13, 2002

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This review is from: Iran (Odyssey Iran) (Paperback)

This guide book may lack the extensive lists of hotels and restaurants that Lonely Planet guides have, but for someone who is curious about travelling to Persia, this is a great idea. There are some nice photos, information on how to get there, and a good amount of cultural notes. While some of the material is probably outdated, its a great book for those who are interested in Iran.