Pahlavi Texts

Discover the rich heritage of Zoroastrianism with Pahlavi Texts by Edward William West, published by Cambridge University Press in 2012. This comprehensive volume, spanning 562 pages, is a meticulous collation and analysis of the fragmentary evidence surrounding the Nasks—twenty-one treatises that encapsulate the theological insights of the Sassanid empire. Originally published in 1892, this essential work sheds light on texts that were largely lost following the empire's fall in the mid-seventh century CE. Perfect for scholars and enthusiasts of Pahlavi literature, this paperback edition offers invaluable insights into the remnants of a pivotal era in religious history. Enhance your understanding of ancient Zoroastrian thought and the cultural legacy of the Sassanid empire with this significant academic resource.