D. T. Potts Boeken

Preface -- 1. Marriage in Iran: a family affair -- 2. Temporary marriage: a formal affair -- 3. Prostitution: an extra-marital affair -- 4. Homosexual relations: a common affair -- 5. Venereal diseases in Iran: a public affair -- Afterword -- Bibliography -- Index -- Figures

The only book to investigate the sudden appearance of the haemophilia gene in the Royal Family.

The book explores the life and legacy of Albert Houtum Schindler, a preeminent authority on Iranian culture and history during the late-Qajar period. Through his extensive work in various institutions and his vast network of intellectual connections, Schindler documented Iran's gradual modernization from 1868 to 1911. Despite his significant contributions, his personal life remained largely private, leading to sparse obituaries upon his death in 1916. This comprehensive examination reveals his profound insights and the impact he had on understanding Iran's complexities.

D.T. Potts explores kinship and social organization in Ancient Iran through five innovative essays, covering the Elamites to the Sasanians. His authoritative insights introduce new ideas and suggestions for further research, offering a fresh perspective on ancient Iranian history and cultures. The work is a significant contribution to the field, inviting scholars to reconsider established narratives and engage with the complexities of social structures in this historically rich region.

Focusing on the often-overlooked Persians who traveled to the West from the early 17th to early 19th century, this book showcases twenty-nine diverse portrait images created in various cities, including Boston and Paris. These artworks, produced before the advent of photography, capture the unique attire and status of both elite and modest travelers on their missions abroad. The portraits not only commemorate their journeys but also reveal the lasting impact these individuals had on Western perceptions of Persian culture, fascinating both contemporary artists and the public.