Iranian Azeris - The Formative Years of Their Influence in Iran
With important contributions during the Safavid and Constitutional eras, Iranian Azeris have played a vital role in Iran's evolution as a nation state.
Apr 30, 2012
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Enver Guseynov
The Iranian Zurkhaneh, an Arena for Traditional Athletes
The zurkhaneh is an Iranian gymnasium for men where exercises are performed accompanied by a guide who sings Persian poetry along with beating a drum.
Jul 26, 2011
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Paula I. Nielson
What if Valentines Were Livers, Instead of Hearts?
In the West, valentines are hearts. In many places, the liver is romantic. Like valentines, the idea of the liver as the center of passion began in Rome.
Jan 13, 2011
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C. Marie
How did the Persian Achaemenians Rule Effectively?
The Persian Achaemeniads ruled through divine authority, careful grooming of political and military leaders, arranged marriage, and large armies.
Sep 7, 2010
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Domina Smith
Overview of Ancient Persian City of Persepolis
Around five hundred and eighteen years before the birth of Jesus, Darius I, perhaps the greatest of all the Achaemenid kings, founded the Persian city of Persepolis.
Aug 30, 2009
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Neil Gunn
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