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Persians: Masters of the Empire (Lost Civilizations)

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I am glad to have bought and read this book. It is quite informative and interesting to read. The pictures are excellent and the writing is plain. The book treats the origins and development of the Persian (Iranian) Empire before the coming of Islam. It celeberates the archeological efforts and historical research that have brought this important part of human's history and planet into light. I only wish that the title of the series was not Lost Civilizations but First Civilizations. Egypt, Persia and India are very much alive. These books can make very good gifts.

This book is part of the Time-Life series: Lost Civilizations. It examines Persian history and civilization from ancient Elam through the conquest by the Arabs in 642. The book has a wealth of information on its subject, along with a large number of beautiful and interesting pictures.

My one complaint against this book is that it largely ignores the religious aspect, devoting only one small sidebar to Zoroastrianism. If you are interested in the ancient Persians, then this is an excellent book to own.

I wanted a succinct history of Ancient Persia, and this book delivered. Persians: Masters of Empire, a Time-Life Book in the Lost Civilizations series, covers information from 4000 BCE to the beginning of the Islamic period starting in 642 CE. In four neatly organized sections the book chronologically describes early civilizations, societal patterns, rulers, artistic innovations, foreign influences, architectural developments and much more. Maps and photographs of marvelous artifacts enhance the text.

Time-Life produces great books in this genre, and Persians: Masters of Empire holds true to its publisher's fine reputation.