Iran and Persianate Culture in the Indian Ocean World
Iran and Persianate Culture in the Indian Ocean World brings together interdisciplinary research on connections between Iranian societies and the Indian Ocean, from antiquity to modern times. Its chapters cover political and commercial relations, Persian-speaking communities, language and literature, texts, and material culture.
At a glance
- Interdisciplinary collection addressing Persianate links across the Indian Ocean world.
- Topics include commerce and politics, Persian-speaking communities, language and literature, texts, and material culture.
- Coverage ranges from antiquity to modern times and draws on archaeology, history, literature, linguistics and art history.
Reference price: $115.00
Price checked: Nov 14, 2026
View offerAhead of Black FridayExplore the selectionPros and cons
Pros
- Brings several strands of Persianate and Indian Ocean scholarship together in one collection.
- The range of disciplines and topics can suit readers pursuing research across history, literature and material culture.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | I.B. Tauris |
|---|---|
| Publication date | February 6, 2025 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 376 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0755656024 |
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| ISBN-13 | 978-0755656028 |
| Weight listed | 2.14 pounds |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 6.4 x 1.3 x 9.5 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers and researchers of Iranian and Persianate history and the Indian Ocean.
- Academic collections focused on historical exchange, language, literature or material culture.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a general introduction rather than a scholarly collection of interdisciplinary studies.
- Buyers looking for a single-author narrative or a narrowly focused account of one period or region.
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Frequently asked questions
What subjects does this book cover?
The listing describes studies of political and commercial relations, Persian-speaking communities, Persianate elements in languages and literatures, texts, and material culture around the Indian Ocean.
What disciplines are represented?
The collection draws on archaeology, history, literature, linguistics and art history.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 376 pages.
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