The Persian Empire
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The Persian Empire
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John W. Lee
About this listen
For the past 2,500 years, we've heard about the Persian Empire as a decadent civilization run by despots, the villains who lost the Battle of Marathon and supplied the fodder for bad guys in literature and film. But it turns out this image is inaccurate. As recent scholarship shows, the Persian Empire was arguably the world's first global power- a diverse, multicultural empire with flourishing businesses and people on the move. The key is to look at the Persian Empire from the Persian's perspective. Over the span of 24 fascinating lectures, you'll take on the role of a history detective to discover the truth about this grand civilization.
You'll discover the key to the empire's success lay in its greatest rulers, each of whom played a critical role in shaping and strengthening a civilization we still remember today. But while the great kings were administering justice or waging wars, everyday Persians were just as important to the success of the empire.
You'll also learn about the empire's efficient communications network; the Persian economy and the workers and entrepreneurs who supported it; the role of women in the empire, especially the influence of royal women; and the daily cultural exchanges between the diverse peoples of the empire.Professor Lee shows you a whole new history of the ancient world - a perspective largely unknown even by students of history. These lectures capture the people, the strength, the rise and the downfall of this great empire, revealing the complexity behind centuries of a previously one-sided history. Take this opportunity to complete your understanding of the ancient world and discover the humanity of the ancient Persians.
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- Omar
- 06-10-2018
Okay
It was good, but a little superficial and quick. Some part of that may be the sources, but some may also be the narrator.
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- Angus H
- 08-12-2022
Really enjoyable
Having read a number of books on Alexander the Great and the Greeks, this was the first time I've heard a Persian-centric view. Professor Lee did a great job in particular of explaining the sources (and problem with or lack of sources) throughout and shed some light on what can otherwise be a hidden and hard to uncover topic.
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- Soph
- 01-09-2024
Best overview i could find on audible
Interesting overview on persia. I learnt a lot. It dragged in parts - this king, then this king and so on. Seems like there’s a lot more history and archeology to be discovered.
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- Samuel E.
- 26-01-2022
Wunderbar!!!
Excellent! I highly enjoyed these lectures. In-depth and easy to follow. John W. Lee beautifully narrates this audiobook.
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- Anonymous User
- 14-07-2022
Highly recommended
Very well written and presented.It is refreshing to hear about history from someone with such a deep knowledge about the topic .He has travelled to most of the places he is referring to and events are described with such a detail that looks like watching a movie .I highly recommend to the person who is remotely interested in the topic .Amazing work!
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