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Kamran Esfahani, a dentist living out a dreary existence in Stockholm, agrees to spy for the Mossad after he’s recruited by Arik Glitzman, the chief of a clandestine unit tasked with running targeted assassinations and sabotage inside Iran. At Glitzman’s direction, Kam returns to his native Tehran and opens a dental practice there, using it as a cover for the Israeli intelligence agency. Kam proves to be a skillful asset, quietly earning money helping Glitzman smuggle weapons, run surveillance, and conduct kidnappings.

A stunning portrait of the magnificent splendor and enduring legacy of ancient Persia The Achaemenid Persian kings ruled over the largest empire of antiquity, stretching from Libya to the steppes of Asia and from Ethiopia to Pakistan. From the palace-city of Persepolis, Cyrus the Great, Darius...

The War of the Three Gods is a military history of the Near and Middle East in the seventh century - with its chief focus on the reign of the Eastern Roman Emperor Heraclius (AD 610-641) - a pivotal and dramatic time in world history. The Eastern Roman Empire was brought to the very brink of extinction by the Sassanid Persians before Heraclius managed to inflict a crushing defeat on the Sassanids with a desperate, final gambit.

Reed Flute Poem, Nay-Nameh Transliteration, English Translation and Explanation by Gabriel Iqbal from the Original Poem in Persian The preface of Jalāl ad-Dīn Rūmī's, Masnavi-ye-Ma'navi The Spiritual Couplets (Bayts) titled Nay-Nameh, The Reed Flute Poem, consists of 35 couplets, with the first 18 holding particular significance. Transliteration: Persian to Latin Script with Macrons Jalāl ad-Dīn Rūmī (30 September 1207 – 17 December 1273 - 66 years) is not just a poet - he is a timeless companion, a luminous healer, and a celestial guide, lingering in the unseen, lifting us beyond...

Aeschylus’ historical tragedy Persians, with its dire warnings against the hubris of imperialist overreach, is as relevant today as it was when first presented to an Athenian audience in 472 BC. This new edition of the classic drama features a literal translation by Mark Will (translator of Fernando Pessoa’s Message) which reconstructs in contemporary English verse the epic cadences of the original Greek.

Throughout the Gulf War of 1991, unprecedented restrictions on the media’s access to the battlefield kept the true story of that brief, brutal conflict from being told. Now, after two years of intensive research, Rick Atkinson has written what will surely come to be recognized as the definitive chronicle of the war.

Shortlisted for The Women’s Prize Named a Most Anticipated Book by Electric Literature, Publishers Weekly, The BBC, Daily Mail (London), and more A darkly funny, life-affirming “joy of a debut novel” (David Mitchell) that follows five women from three generations of a once illustrious...

In the fifth century BC, a global superpower was determined to bring truth and order to what it regarded as two terrorist states. The superpower was Persia, incomparably rich in ambition, gold, and men. The terrorist states were Athens and Sparta, eccentric cities in a poor and mountainous backwater: Greece. The story of how their citizens took on the Great King of Persia, and thereby saved not only themselves, but Western civilization as well, is as heart-stopping and fateful as any episode in history.

The Persian Boy traces the last years of Alexander's life through the eyes of his lover, Bagoas. Abducted and gelded as a boy, Bagoas is sold as a courtesan to King Darius of Persia, but finds freedom with Alexander the Great after the Macedon army conquers his homeland. Their relationship sustains Alexander as he weathers assassination plots, the demands of two foreign wives, a sometimes mutinous army, and his own ferocious temper.

Dick Davis—“our pre-eminent translator from the Persian” (The Washington Post)—has revised and expanded his acclaimed translation of Ferdowsi’s masterpiece, adding more than 100 pages of newly translated text. Davis’s elegant combination of prose and verse allows the poetry of the Shahnameh to sing its own tales directly, interspersed sparingly with clearly marked explanations to ease along modern audiences.

While most apps just teach you words, Learn Persian Bundle: The Complete Beginner to Advanced Course (Levels 1-5) teaches Persian through useful, everyday conversations so you can have those same conversations in fluent Persian.

From the Neolithic Period to today's economic crisis, via Ancient Athens, the Persian Wars, Alexander the Great, the Byzantine Empire and two world wars, this book narrates the history of Greece with all the significant events that shaped it.

The five Basic Bootcamp lessons each center on a practical, real-life conversation. At the beginning of the lesson, we'll introduce the background of the conversation. After the conversation, you'll learn carefully selected vocabulary and key grammar concepts. Next, you'll hear the conversation one time at natural native speed.

When a millionaire is murdered and his Persian is orphaned, cat groomer Cassie must solve the case using clues from the feline before someone tries to silence them for good.

In the follow-up to the New York Times bestselling Kremlin Conspiracy, Rosenberg’s international thriller tracks a terrifying nuclear alliance among three world powers - Russia, Iran, and North Korea - and the deadly mission former US Secret Service Agent Marcus Ryker must risk to halt their deadly strategy. Shot out of the air in enemy territory in the middle of the greatest international crisis since the end of the Cold War, former US Secret Service agent Marcus Ryker finds himself facing an impossible task.

A bridge between two cultures and one language family Language is more than words—it is culture, identity, and communication. This three-way dictionary brings together English, Persian (Farsi), and Dari, revealing how these closely related languages share deep roots yet express themselves in distinct ways across Iran and Afghanistan. Compiled by linguist Yavar Dehghani, this resource provides clear, side-by-side entries that make it easy to recognize and compare differences in vocabulary, pronunciation, and usage between the two major dialects of Persian. Whether you are a student, ...

The world remembers Leonidas for how he died. This is the story of how—and why—he lived. At the dawn of Western history, one man’s final stand against an empire forged a legend that would echo for millennia. Leonidas: The Last King of Sparta is the definitive retelling of the life and legacy of the warrior who defied Persia at the narrow pass of Thermopylae — not as a comic-book hero or marble statue, but as a flesh-and-blood king shaped by duty, law, and fate. In this sweeping historical narrative, A. K. Thompson reconstructs the world that made Leonidas: a Sparta without walls, ...

This 3-in-1 Audiobook bundle is a fast and easy introduction to Persian for Absolute Beginners. Instead of just reading about Persian, you learn through everyday conversations between native speakers. In each lesson, you hear a practical dialogue. Then, our teachers translate and explain every word—and you understand it all within minutes. Not only will you understand practical conversations, but you'll also be able to use the same phrases. Learn Persian Bundle - Easy Introduction for Beginners focuses on everyday Persian—the kind that you yourself will use in Iran.

Unlock the secrets of an ancient faith with "The Zend Avesta: A Beginner's Guide: The Essentials of Zoroastrian Theology." This captivating guide offers a comprehensive and engaging introduction to the profound teachings and rich heritage of Zoroastrianism. Perfect for both newcomers and those seeking a deeper understanding, this book illuminates the core principles that have shaped one of the world’s oldest religions. Delve into Dualism: Discover the fundamental battle between Ahura Mazda, the god of light and wisdom, and Angra Mainyu, the spirit of darkness and chaos. Understand how ...

Listening to a language while asleep can help supercharge your vocabulary. Learn easily with the power of pleasant repetition. With the Learn Persian While Sleeping audiobook, you'll absorb over 430 Persian words and phrases effortlessly.