“a writer's first duty is to be clear. Clarity is an excellent virtue. Like all virtues it can be pursued at ruinous cost. Paid, so far as I am concerned, joyfully.”
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Parthian Words presents a curated selection of inscriptions, documents, and literary fragments from the Parthian period, offering insight into the linguistic and cultural landscape of an ancient Iranian civilization. The work examines the evolution of the Parthian language, its scripts, and its role in administration, trade, and religious expression. Through annotated translations and contextual analysis, the book sheds light on the interactions between Parthian, Greek, and other regional languages, as well as the historical narratives preserved in these sources. It serves as a resource for scholars and readers interested in the heritage of the Parthian Empire and its contributions to the broader ancient world. more
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