Ancient Persia by Anna Vanzan

Ancient Persia by Anna Vanzan

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Ancient Persia by Anna Vanzan

This chronological overview illustrates the key aspects of this civilization, from the prehistoric era to its development and the establishment of its empires.
ANNA VANZAN, a specialist in Iranian and Islamic studies, graduated from the University of Venice with a degree in Oriental Languages, earning her Ph.D. in Near Eastern Studies from New York University. Her research focuses mainly on the world of Persianized culture (Iran, Central Asia and Islamic India), paying special attention to the cultural history of these areas, where she has conducted research studies. She has published numerous essays in Italian and international magazines, and her most recent book, La storia velata, donne dell'Islam nell'immaginario italiano (Edizioni Lavoro, Rome 2006), was awarded the Feudo di Maida Prize in 2006. She has taught courses on Islamic civilization at Italian and foreign universities, and currently teaches at IULM University in Milan. Vanzan is executive editor of Afriche&Orienti magazine and contributes to Italian and foreign publications and radio programs.
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ISBN 13 9788854407121
ISBN 10 8854407127
Title Ancient Persia
Author Anna Vanzan
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher White Star
Year published 2012-08-30
Number of pages 208
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