Books in the Idea of Iran series

The Parthians are a little-known ancient civilization. They were nomadic horse-warriors who left few written records, concentrating rather on a rich oral tradition. This book examines the origins of the Parthians, their history, religion and culture, as well as perceptions of their empire through the lens of both imperial Rome and China.

Addresses the impact made by Islam during and after the Arab conquest of Iran in the middle of the seventh century. Discussing a variety of subjects which covers the spectrum of life in early Islamic Iran, this title offers one of the most ambitious perspectives on Persian religion, society and culture.

Exploring the formation of the first Persian Empire under the Achaemenid Persians, this is the first volume in the "Idea of Iran" series. It brings together a multi-disciplinary view of ancient Iran in the first millennium BC, and concentrates on the art, archaeology, history and religion.