297 results for 'Monir, Persia'

Persia Monir's life was forever changed when she left behind a nursing career to pursue a career in exotic dancing. The Book of Johns is a candid account of her experiences, revealing the real-life...

Persia and the Bible explores the complex history between the ancient Persian Empire and the Old Testament. This in-depth analysis examines the people, rulers, and cities that played a significant...

Ctesias' 'History of Persia' offers a unique glimpse into the world of ancient Persia. Written in the fifth century BC, this 23-book work provides insight into the workings of Persian court life and...

Discover the authentic flavors of Persia with A Kitchen in Persia: Classical and Unique Persian Recipes. This comprehensive cookbook brings to life the rich culinary traditions of Persia, with a...

In the lavish court of King Xerxes, love and duty are tested against fear and courage. When his favorite wife is banished, he discovers Esther, a young woman who will become queen of Persia. But as...

Taste of Persia: A Cook's Travels Through Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Iran, and Kurdistan Explore the vibrant culinary traditions of the Persian region, where diverse cultures and religions come...

Luxury and Power: Persia to Greece explores the complex and multifaceted history of luxury in the ancient world. From the imperial Persian court to the democratic Athenian city-state, this...

Rome and Persia: A 700-Year RivalryHistorian Adrian Goldsworthy explores the complex and often tumultuous relationship between two ancient superpowers, tracing the ebb and flow of their rivalry from...

The Eagle and the Lion: Rome, Persia and an Unwinnable Conflict by Adrian Goldsworthy A sweeping narrative that reshapes our understanding of one of history's greatest rivalries. This epic account...

Persia: Thirty Centuries of Art and CultureThis comprehensive collection brings together three thousand years of descriptive writing to reveal the enduring fascination of Persia, a land of contrasts...

Persia in Peckham brings together the vibrant flavours and traditions of Persian cuisine with the unique story of Persepolis, an Iranian restaurant in southeast London. Sally Butcher's engaging voice...

The Making of Prince of Persia: Journals 1985-1993 A unique glimpse into the creation of a gaming icon. Jordan Mechner's personal journals, spanning from 1985 to 1993, offer an unvarnished look at...

Alexander the Great and Persia From Conqueror to King of Asia by Joseph Stiles explores the complex relationship between Alexander the Great and his vast empire. Upon his return from India, Alexander...

A History of Ancient Persia: The Achaemenid Empire by Maria Brosius provides an accessible introduction to the diverse world of ancient Persia. This comprehensive textbook explores the empire's...

Isabella Bird's Journeys in Persia and Kurdistan, Volume One, recounts her remarkable travels to little-known parts of Turkey, Persia, and Kurdistan. In 1890, at the age of sixty, she embarked on a...

This collection of stories brings to life the world's great myths and legends for children. Through epic adventures featuring colorful characters from different cultures, readers can glimpse the...

The Sasanian Empire: A Forgotten Power in Late Antiquity The Sasanian Empire is one of the most significant yet overlooked empires of late antiquity. In this comprehensive history, Touraj Daryaee...

Sally Butcher's Persepolis Vegetarian Recipes from Peckham, Persia and beyond offers a fresh take on global vegetarian cuisine. Building on her experience in Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cooking,...

The Rise of Persia and the First Greco-Persian Wars: The Expansion of the Achaemenid Empire and the Battle of Marathon by Manousos E. Kambouris provides a detailed account of the first Greco-Persian...

Ancient Persia and the Book of Esther offers a unique perspective on one of the most visually striking books in the Hebrew Bible. Written in the Fourth Century BCE, Esther was crafted by an author...

Arash the Archer by Shahriar Bourbour is an exciting tale of adventure and mystery set in ancient Persia. At just 12 years old, Arash is already a skilled archer with a big dream: to shoot an arrow...

Nader Shah was a man of unyielding ambition and ruthless energy. From humble beginnings as a shepherd boy, he rose to power to liberate his country from foreign occupation and establish himself as...

Howard Baskerville's life was marked by conviction and sacrifice. In 1907, he traveled to Persia as a Christian missionary, teaching English and preaching the gospel. However, his experiences with...

The Sasanian Empire at War: Persia, Rome, and the Rise of Islam, 224-651 This comprehensive study examines the military history of the Sasanian Empire, a vast and influential empire that spanned from...

Parsi: From Persia to Bombay: Recipes & Tales from the Ancient CultureJoin a Parsi feast and discover the rich flavors of a unique cultural heritage. This comprehensive cookbook features over 150...

Understanding Iran: A Comprehensive History from Persia to the Islamic Republic. This insightful history provides an in-depth exploration of Iran's complex past and its significance for American...

The Sasanian Empire: A Forgotten Power in Late Antiquity The Sasanian Empire is one of the most enigmatic periods in world history, yet its significance cannot be overstated. This new history by...

The Decline of Empires by Heather A. Campbell The post-First World War period was a pivotal moment in global history, marked by significant shifts in international relations and geopolitics. In South...

The Persian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the History of Persia, Starting from the Ancient Achaemenid, Parthian, and Sassanian Empires to the Safavid, Afsharid, and Qajar Dynasties. Discover the...

The Sasanian Empire (3rd -7th centuries) was one of the largest empires of antiquity, stretching from Mesopotamia to modern Pakistan and from Central Asia to the Arabian Peninsula. Recent research...

Xenophon's Retreat: A Gripping Adventure from Ancient Greece. In 401 BC, Xenophon, a former pupil of Socrates, finds himself at the forefront of a desperate bid for survival. As part of the Ten...

Muhammad Mossadegh was one of the first liberals of the Middle East. His conception of liberty was as sophisticated as any in Europe or America. He wanted friendship with the West, not slavish...

Gnosticism has left an enduring mark on Western esoteric thought. This comprehensive exploration reveals how its philosophy influenced various spiritual traditions, from the Rosicrucians and...

This textbook is endorsed by OCR and supports the specification for GCSE Ancient History (first teaching September 2017). It covers the whole of Component 1, both the compulsory Period Study and the...

The Great Persian War of 481-479 BC is a pivotal moment in ancient Greek history. This book tells the story of Xerxes' invasion of Greece, from the decision to avenge the outrage caused by Marathon,...

The Achaemenid Persian Empire, at its greatest territorial extent, stretched from the Indus River Valley to southeastern Europe and from the western Himalayas to northeast Africa. This concise...

Travels Into Bokhara is the account of a remarkable journey undertaken by Alexander Burnes, a young Scotsman with a remarkable talent for languages and a thirst for adventure. At just 16, Burnes was...

The Scythian Empire: A Forgotten Power that Shaped the Ancient World In the late 8th and early 7th centuries BCE, a nomadic people known as the Scythians united much of Eurasia, creating an...

The Scythian Empire: A Forgotten Power that Shaped the Ancient World In the late 8th and early 7th centuries BCE, a nomadic people known as the Scythians united much of Eurasia, creating an empire...

Sattareh Farman-Farmaian's remarkable story begins in a harem compound in Tehran, where she was raised alongside numerous siblings and servants. Her father, a shazdeh or prince, educated his...

Shah Abbas: A Complex Legacy Shah Abbas ruled Iran from 1588 until his death in 1629, leaving a lasting impact on the country's history. His reign was marked by both military victories and strategic...

Discover the Flavors of Persia with This Delicious Cookbook. Explore the rich culinary traditions of Iran and Afghanistan with Allie Allen's Persian Cookbook. Inside, you'll find 94 mouth-watering...

Discover the Flavours of Persia with This Authentic Persian Cookbook. Persian Recipes offers a unique collection of simple yet amazing Persian meals, perfect for those looking to explore the...

Discover the Flavors of Persia with This Authentic Persian Cookbook. BookSumo Press presents a vibrant collection of Persian recipes, showcasing the rich culinary heritage of the region. With a focus...

A Persian Cookbook: The Manual offers a unique glimpse into the culinary traditions of 16th-century Persia. Translated from one of the only two surviving sources from the period, this book provides...

Gertrude Bell's vivid and impressionistic series of sketches from her 1892 stay in Persia is a captivating account of a spellbinding land.This beautifully observed work moves sinuously between the...

Persian Poems offers a unique glimpse into the rich literary heritage of medieval Persia. This collection brings together translations of poems by seven major poets, spanning almost two and a half...

Gertrude Bell's vivid and impressionistic series of sketches offers a unique perspective on Persia, moving between its heroic past and long decline. This evocative meditation explores the public face...

A Thousand Years of Great Female Persian Classical Poets From Rabi'a Balkh to Parvin E'tesami explores the lives and works of influential female poets from Persia, spanning over 1,000 years. This...

The Persian Vegan Cookbook offers a modern take on ancient cuisines, blending mouth-watering yet healthy recipes with stunning photography.Created by Dr. Rahi, a world-renowned Integrative Aesthetics...

Aeschylus' The Persians is a powerful exploration of the consequences of tyranny, told from the perspective of the Persian court. The play depicts the final defeat of Persia in the battle of Salamis,...

Xenophon's epic journey to Persia is presented in this volume, which includes around 800-850 lines of the 'Anabasis' in Greek, accompanied by English summaries and notes at the foot of each page...

The Persian Book of Kings is an epic poem that tells the story of Persia's history and culture from creation to the Islamic conquest in the seventh century. Written between 977 and 1010 AD, it is a...

Anabasis, a true tale of adventure in ancient Greece, recounts Xenophon's perilous journey with Cyrus the Great. Despite initial reservations, Xenophon joins the army and becomes one of its leaders...

The Persian Myths & Tales Epic Tales collection brings together some of the most beautiful and diverse language in the literary world. These classical Persian texts offer stories of creation, love,...

The Persian Wars by Herodotus provides an epic account of the ancient conflict between Greece and Persia. Written in the 5th century BC, this history of warfare is notable for its detailed...

Anabasis is a true tale of adventure and endurance in ancient Greece. Despite being advised against joining the army by his friend Socrates, Xenophon sets out with Cyrus the Great on an expedition to...

Aeschylus's Persians and Other Plays offers a unique glimpse into the world of ancient Greece. This collection of four plays showcases Aeschylus's mastery of drama, exploring themes of power, fate,...

Outrams & Havelock's Persian Campaign A lesser-known chapter in the military careers of two famous generals, this book tells the story of a punitive expedition into Persia and modern Iraq in 1856...

Discover the Flavors of Persia with This Essential Cookbook. Persian Cooking For Dummies brings you the authentic taste of traditional Persian cuisine, simplified for modern American kitchens...

Written by Charles-Louis de Secondat, baron de Montesquieu in 1711, Lettres Persanes (Persian Letters) is a literary work that recounts the experiences of two Persian noblemen, Usbek and Rica, as...

Beautiful Persian Love Poetry A stunning collection of love poetry from Persia, richly illustrated with images from the British Museum's world-famous collection. This anthology explores the many...

Ancient Egyptian, Mesopotamian & Persian Costume is a comprehensive and visually stunning exploration of the region's rich textile heritage. This profusely illustrated book examines the evolution of...

Aeschylus' Persians is the earliest extant Greek tragedy and sole surviving historical tragedy. Produced in 472 BC, it tells the story of the defeat of the Persian king Xerxes in his attempt to...

Sofreh: A Contemporary Approach to Classic Persian Cuisine is a comprehensive cookbook that brings together traditional Iranian dishes and modern favorites. Written by Nasim Alikhani, the James...

Persian Gardens and Pavilions: Reflections in History, Poetry and the Arts explores the significance of gardens and pavilions in Persian culture. From ancient Achaemenid gardens to the majestic...

The Shahnameh, an epic poem of unparalleled length, has captivated readers for centuries with its rich tapestry of mythical and historical narrative. Composed by Abolqasem Ferdowsi over three...

In the magical world of Agrabah, a new challenge arises for Princess Jasmine. Following the defeat of her arch-nemesis, Jafar, Jasmine's life is turned upside down when her father, the Sultan, passes...

The First Clash of Empires: Persia and Greece in 480 BC In 480 BC, the Persian Empire, under the rule of King Xerxes, launched a massive invasion of mainland Greece. This was a pivotal moment in...

The Shahnameh: A Timeless Epic of Persian Culture This expanded edition of the great national epic of Iran, translated by Dick Davis, presents the complete and authoritative English-language version...

The History of the Sasanian Empire: A Comprehensive Account George Rawlinson's "History of the Sasanian Empire" provides a meticulous examination of the Sasanian dynasty, spanning from AD 224 to 651...

Persiana Everyday is a collection of more than 100 crowd-pleasing recipes for everyday eating from Sabrina Ghayour. Designed to ensure maximum flavour with the greatest of ease, this book features a...

Expand your Persian vocabulary with 1000 sentences in a unique interlinear and parallel text layout. This comprehensive resource features a wide range of sentences, read by a native Persian voice...

Persian Grammar By Example offers a comprehensive overhaul of your understanding of Persian grammar. This unique textbook presents hundreds of carefully crafted example sentences, organized by topic...

The Athenian Trireme Vs Persian Trireme: A Study of the Graeco-Persian Wars 499-449 BC by Nic Fields is a detailed exploration of two of history's most famous warships, the trireme. This book delves...

Learn the Persian Alphabet with Confidence This workbook is designed for beginners who want to learn the Persian alphabet and script. With clear descriptions, visual directions, and exercises, you'll...

The Hafez Poems of Gertrude Bell brings together the works of Rumi's 14th-century Persian poet, Hafez, with an introduction to his life and poetry by renowned scholar E.G. Browne, and a preface by E...

A Millennium of Classical Persian Poetry: A Guide to Understanding Persian Poetry from the Tenth to the Twentieth Century by Wheeler McIntosh Thackston provides an in-depth exploration of Persian...

Learn English with confidence using this comprehensive beginner's guide. Written in British English, it offers 44 engaging lessons and 88 fun worksheets to help you learn English easily. The book...

Expert advice for Persian cat owners from a renowned breeder and owner. Rosemary Kendall's comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about caring for your long-haired companion, from...

Learn everything you need to know about raising and caring for your new Persian cat with this comprehensive guide. Written by expert Candace Darnforth, it features interviews with nine top breeders...

Ezra and Roza are helping to prepare for their Passover celebration. Ezra is proud to be in charge of bringing his family's flour to the synagogue to be baked into matzah in a traditional...

The Persian Gamble: A Marcus Ryker Series Political and Military Action Thriller (Book 2) by Joel C. Rosenberg. In this gripping international thriller, former US Secret Service agent Marcus Ryker...

The Persian Expedition by Xenophon recounts one of the most remarkable survival stories in ancient history. In 401 BCE, a Greek army was betrayed and left stranded deep in enemy territory. With no...

The Achaemenid Persian Empire was the world's first superpower, built on cooperation and tolerance. Historian Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones tells the epic story of this dynasty and the world it ruled,...

The Persian Empire, the world's first superpower, was a vast and complex entity that stretched from Libya to the Steppes of Asia and from Ethiopia to Pakistan. At its heart was the palace-city of...

Fate of a Persian Boy is a deeply personal and spiritual memoir that recounts the author's incredible journey of survival and self-discovery after a near-fatal accident in London. In the aftermath of...

Atoosa Sepehr's Persian Kitchen is a sumptuous cookbook that brings the authentic flavours of Iran to your kitchen. With stunning photographs and traditional recipes, this book is a celebration of...

A comprehensive English-Persian dictionary with over 22,000 entries, ideal for students and language learners. This third edition prioritises the pronunciation of Persian words, providing their...

Aeschylus' Persians is an early and influential work of ancient European drama that offers a unique perspective on the Persian wars. This play, with its elaborate rituals, courtly protocol, and...

Deep within the Mongol Empire, a new threat is rising, one that could overshadow the legacy of Genghis Khan and change the world. In this sequel to Stephen Aryan's acclaimed The Judas Blossom, a...

The Persian Pickle Club 20th Anniversary Edition by Sandra Dallas. In the 1930s, hard times have hit Harveyville, Kansas, leaving many without work or hope. For Queenie Bean and her fellow women of...

This cookbook puts rice at the heart of your culinary adventures. By exploring its versatility beyond simple steaming and seasoning, you'll discover how to transform it into a key ingredient in a...

The History of the Persian Empire by A. T. Olmstead offers a comprehensive and authoritative account of this ancient civilization, presented from a unique perspective that sheds new light on the...

Learn to Read Persian (Farsi) in 5 Days is a comprehensive guide to deciphering the Persian alphabet and reading real words from the start. Unlike other language courses, this approach focuses on...

The Enchantingly Easy Persian Cookbook brings the savory comforts of Persian home cooking to your dining table. Shadi HasanzadeNemati shares her family's heirloom recipes, adapted for easy...

The Sassanian Empire: A New Persian History. In 330 BCE, Alexander the Great's vast empire began to fragment, giving rise to a new power in the region - the Sassanian Empire. This history explores...

The Persian Expedition by Xenophon and George Cawkwell is an account of a remarkable journey undertaken by a young Athenian noble. In 401 BCE, he joined a Greek mercenary army known as the Ten...

This comprehensive guide to Persian grammar provides a clear and structured framework for learning contemporary written Persian.Based on everyday language use in newspapers, magazines, and novels, Mr...

The Dastgah Concept in Persian Music by Hormoz Farhat Persian art music is characterised by twelve distinct modal systems, known as dastgahs. Each dastgah represents a complex of skeletal melodic...