Journal of history of Iran)
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Reflection of Median State Formation in Herodotus’ Mêdikos Logos
Reflection of Median State Formation in Herodotus’ Mêdikos Logos
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 1-23

Abstract
  The formation of Median state, which is dated from the end of the 8th century to the end of 7th century B.C., has become a controversial subject in the ancient Near Eastern studies. ...  Read More
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Emtiyaz-e Favayed-e Ammeh Booklet and Its Place in the Economic History of Iran during the Nasseri Period
Emtiyaz-e Favayed-e Ammeh Booklet and Its Place in the Economic History of Iran during the Nasseri Period
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 25-41

Abstract
  The booklet Emtiyaz-e Favayed-e Ammeh, written by Mirza Malkam Khan Nazem od- Dowleh, is about economics and dates back to the Nasser ed-Din Shah period. In the booklet, Malkam discusses ...  Read More
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The Reaction of Regional and Trans-Regional States to Britain’s Declaration of Withdrawal from the Persian Gulf in the late 1960s
The Reaction of Regional and Trans-Regional States to Britain’s Declaration of Withdrawal from the Persian Gulf in the late 1960s
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 43-69

Abstract
  After several years of presence in the Persian Gulf, Britain eventually decided to leave the region by the end of 1971. Despite the resources that they gained by virtue of their persistent ...  Read More
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Recording Procedures for Successive Legal Proceedings in Tehran during the Qajar Era: The Case of Endowment Deeds of Hâji ’Abdollah Tâjer Bolurforûsh, 1295-1298/1878-1881
Recording Procedures for Successive Legal Proceedings in Tehran during the Qajar Era: The Case of Endowment Deeds of Hâji ’Abdollah Tâjer Bolurforûsh, 1295-1298/1878-1881
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 71-85

Abstract
  We often read texts and printed material quickly, but should researchers and cataloguers read a hand-written document in the same way? This research focuses on an endowment deed (vaqf-nâme) ...  Read More
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Factors Affecting the Growth of Carpet Exportation and Its Economic Outcomes for Iran during the 19th Century
Factors Affecting the Growth of Carpet Exportation and Its Economic Outcomes for Iran during the 19th Century
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 87-126

Abstract
  Following a shift in international trade during the 19th century, carpet became a significant item among Iran’s exports. Interest in new investments, existence of proficient manpower, ...  Read More
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Tax Documents and Books in Medieval Iran
Tax Documents and Books in Medieval Iran
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 127-146

Abstract
  Taxes and the related administrative structure are among important issues in the study of economic history of medieval Iran. Fiscal and tax events were recorded in special documents; ...  Read More
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Representations of Children and Childhood in Pahlavi Literature and Sasanian Art
Representations of Children and Childhood in Pahlavi Literature and Sasanian Art
Volume 9, Issue 2 , March 2016, Pages 147-174

Abstract
  Children clearly form an integrated part of human societies throughout history, however it is not always an easy task to re-identify their presence and roles through limited, vague ...  Read More