Publisher's Synopsis
Persia: The Awakening East is a book written by William Penn Cresson that provides a comprehensive overview of the history, culture, and society of Persia (modern-day Iran) during the early 20th century. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Persian life, including its geography, religion, politics, and economy.Cresson's writing style is engaging and informative, and he draws on a wide range of sources to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of Persian society. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs throughout the book, which help to bring the text to life and give readers a visual sense of the country and its people.Overall, Persia: The Awakening East is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and culture of Iran, as well as for those who are interested in the broader history of the Middle East and Central Asia. It is a well-written and informative book that provides a fascinating glimpse into a complex and fascinating society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
