Persians

This audiobook offers a compelling history of the Achaemenid Persian Empire, the largest of its time, from its majestic capital Persepolis to its influential legacy in Iran today. Written by historian Lloyd Llewellyn-Jones, it explores the empire's rise, governance based on cooperation and tolerance, and its dramatic fall to Alexander the Great. Drawing on a rich array of archaeological and historical sources, it presents a detailed and nuanced portrait of ancient Persia’s grandeur and enduring influence.