Journey back in time to the ancient world and explore the rise and fall of the Achaemenid Empire, the first Persian empire. This book delves into the empire's founding by Cyrus the Great, its expansion under Darius the Great, and its eventual downfall at the hands of Alexander the Great. Discover the empire's administrative structure, its cultural achievements, and its influence on subsequent Persian dynasties. Gain a deeper understanding of this pivotal empire in Middle Eastern history.