Ehsan Yarshater

Ehsan Yarshater was a renowned Iranian scholar and historian, born in 1920, known for his extensive work on Persian history, culture, and language. He was the founding editor of the Encyclopaedia Iranica, a comprehensive reference work that covers Iranian history and civilization. Yarshater's scholarship helped bridge Persian studies with global academia, fostering understanding of Iran’s rich heritage. Throughout his career, he promoted cultural preservation and academic research, earning international recognition for his contributions to Middle Eastern studies. He passed away in 2018, leaving a lasting impact on the study of Iranian history and culture.