Table of Contents

I. The Political History of ?r?n and an-?r?n II. The Society of ?r?nšahr III. Religions of the Empire: Zoroastrians, Manichaeans, Jews and Christians IV. Languages and Textual Remains of the Citizens V. The Economy and Administration of the Er?nšahr Notes Bibliography Index

Promotional Information

The Sasanians were the last of the ancient Persian dynasties, and the preeminent practitioners of the Zoroastrian religion. This book provides an account of Sasanian Persia. It offers an examination of a period of history that still has great significance for a full understanding of modern Iran.

About the Author

Touraj Daryaee is Associate Professor of Ancient History at California State University, Fullerton.

Reviews

"'Touraj Daryaee synthesizes a new generation of Sasanian scholarship to present the first single volume study of such important history. The author's erudition is very impressive and he masters complex sources with exemplary clarity.' Gene Garthwaite, Professor of History, Dartmouth College" The publication of Touraj Daryaee's book is a cause for much satisfaction. He is a leading scholar of his subject, which he tackles very successfully David Morgan, Emeritus Professor of History, University of Wisconsin.