The Book of Kings

Illustrating the Characters of the Shahnameh


The Game of Thrones of Ancient Persia, the Shahnameh is often credited with saving the Persian language from disappearance.

This epic poem by Ferdowsi was commissioned by various kings and represents the artist’s life work. The result has since become a cultural staple for all Iranians and fans of Persian culture.

This Book of Kings project pays hommage to the epic, adding a layer of modern graphic design to the ancient tale.


Impact
Impressions to Date: 100,000+
Hours Spent: ~180
Active Since: July 2022
Last updated: July 2022


Publisher
Eranshahr
Digital
Instagram - @Iranian_Epic
Print
Coming soon


Team Members
Parsa Yarmohammadloo - Steward, Writer, and Researcher
Mehrshad Sepahvand - Translator
Mohammad Rasoulipour - Illustrator


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