Medieval Persia 1040-1797 - David (University of Wisconsin-Madison Morgan - Bog

Medieval Persia 1040-1797 charts the remarkable history of Persia from its conquest by the Muslim Arabs in the seventh century AD to the modern period at the end of the eighteenth century. David Morgan argues that understanding this complex period of Persiäs history is integral to understanding modern Iran and its significant role on the international scene. This new edition contains a new epilogue which discusses the significant literature of the last 28 years to provide students with a comprehensive overview of the latest historiographical trends in Persian history. Concise and clear, this is the perfect introduction for students of medieval Persia and the medieval Middle East.