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Persian mythology : epic stories of gods, heroes, and monsters / Ryan Bani Tahmaseb ; illustrated by Reza Dalvand.

Tahmaseb, Ryan Bani (author). Dalvand, Reza, 1989- (illustrator).

Summary:

This illustrated anthology presents twenty retellings of traditional Persian myths for middle grade readers. Featuring deities, heroes, and mythical creatures, the stories draw from early Persian religious and cultural traditions, exploring themes of good and evil, courage, and the natural world. The collection highlights figures such as Anahita, Jamshid, Rostam, and Azhi Dahaka, and introduces readers to the mythological heritage of ancient Persia, corresponding to present-day Iran.

Record details

  • ISBN: 9780762489763
  • Physical Description: vii, 119 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm
  • Edition: First edition.
  • Publisher: Philadelphia : RP Kids, 2025.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (page 119).
Formatted Contents Note:
Ahura Mazda and the creation of the world -- The first humans -- Mount Alborz and the Simurgh -- Ahriman and his terrible creatures -- The first royal family -- The Chinvat bridge -- Anahita -- Atar and Mithra -- Tishtya -- Verethragna -- Vayu -- Tahmuras -- Jamshid -- Zahak -- Fereydun -- Zal -- Rudabeh -- Rostam -- Rostam versus Sohrab -- The end (of the world).
Target Audience Note:
Ages 8-12. RP Teens.
Grades 4-6. RP Teens.

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Subject:
Heroes > Iran > Juvenile literature.
Tales > Iran > Juvenile literature.
Folklore > Iran > Juvenile literature.
Mythology, Iranian > Juvenile literature.
Iranian mythology.
Genre:
Myths.
Picture books.

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