This sumptuous book traces the rise and fall of one of the ancient world's largest and richest empires. Encompassing a rich diversity of different people and cultures, Persia's Achaeminid Empire flourished between 550 and 331 B.C. The empire originated with Cyrus the Great (559-530 B.C.) and expanded under his successors, who ruled from the royal capitals of Susa and Persepolis, until at its peak it stretched from the Indus Valley to Greece and from the Caspian Sea to Egypt. The Achaeminids acted as a bridge between the ...
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This sumptuous book traces the rise and fall of one of the ancient world's largest and richest empires. Encompassing a rich diversity of different people and cultures, Persia's Achaeminid Empire flourished between 550 and 331 B.C. The empire originated with Cyrus the Great (559-530 B.C.) and expanded under his successors, who ruled from the royal capitals of Susa and Persepolis, until at its peak it stretched from the Indus Valley to Greece and from the Caspian Sea to Egypt. The Achaeminids acted as a bridge between the earlier Near Eastern cultures and the later Classical world of the Mediterranean and had a profound influence on Greece in political, military, economic, and cultural fields. "Forgotten Empire" was created in association with the British Museum, which is mounting the most comprehensive exhibit ever staged on the Achaeminids. This book opens a window onto the wealth and splendor of Persian society - its rich palaces, exquisite craftsmanship, and sophisticated learning. Showcasing an unprecedented loan of unique material from the National Museum of Tehran - most of which has never before been presented outside of Iran - this beautifully illustrated and produced book demonstrates why the sculpture, glazed panels, gold vessels, and jewelry of the Achaeminids rank among the finest ever produced. Because the palace was central to imperial life, remains from the royal sites of Susa and Persepolis are a major focus. "Forgotten Empire" is divided into sections such as the expansion of the Persian Empire, arms and warfare, trade and commerce, writing, luxury dinner services, jewelry, religious and burial customs, and the rediscovery of ancient Persia.
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Very good in Fair jacket. Top edge of jacket is worn and creased. Bottom corners of front and back cover boards are bumped. Spine is slightly shaken, but binding is secure. Inside is clean and unmarked.
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Very good in very good jacket. Dust jacket shows signs of minor wear and tear, but front and back boards are in excellent condition. Spine is shaken, but binding is tight. Inside is clean and unmarked.
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Very Good. Size: 9x1x11; University of California Press; Berkeley, 2005. Hardcover. A Very Good, brown binding with gilt lettering on spine, binding sturdy and intact, bit of crimping to spine edges, bumped top rear board corner, small abrasion bottom rear board fore-edge, red ink stamp bottom text block edge, mild waving to page along top text block edge, few small dents to board edge, in a Near Fine, trace handling/scuff marks to panels, mild edge/corner wear, Mylar protected, Dust wrapper. A nice and clean copy. 4to[quarto or approx. 11.5 x 13.5 inches], 272pp., king list & glossary, bibliography, acknowledgements, color b&w illustrations. We pack securely and ship daily with delivery confirmation on every book. The picture on the listing page is of the actual book for sale. Additional Scan(s) are available for any item, please inquire.
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New. 0520247310. *** FREE UPGRADE to Courier/Priority Shipping Upon Request ***-*** IN STOCK AND IMMEDIATELY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT-Flawless copy, brand new, pristine, never opened--Text with portions in Persian, other portions in French. 272 pp. With 607 ills. (527 col. ). 30 x 24 cm. --with a bonus offer--
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