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Avesta
The Avesta is the scripture of Zoroastrianism which developed from...
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Behistun Inscription
The Behistun Inscription is a relief with accompanying text carved...
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Behistun Inscription, Column 1
Behistun Inscription, Column 1 (DB I 1-15) Sketch: Fr. Spiegel...
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Alexander the Great & the Burning of Persepolis
In the year 330 BCE Alexander the Great (l. 356-323 BCE) conquered...
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The Secret History of the Mongols
The Secret History of the Mongols is a chronicle written in the...
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Harper's Songs of Ancient Egypt
Harper’s songs were lyrics composed in ancient Egypt to be...
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