The Persian Empire was the world's first hyperpower, with territory
stretching from Central Asia to Northeastern Africa and from
Southeastern Europe to the Indus Valley. It was the dominant
geopolitical force from the later sixth century to its conquest by
Alexander in the 330s BCE. Much of the empire's territory was
conquered by its founder, Cyrus the Great, who reigned from 559-530
BCE. Cyrus became a legend in his own lifetime, and his career
inspired keen interest from Persia's unruly neighbors to the west,
the ancient Greeks. The idealized portrait of Cyrus by the Greek
Xenophon had a profound impact on ancient, medieval, and early
modern debates about rulership. King of the World provides an
authoritative and accessible account of Cyrus the Great's life,
career, and legacy. While Greek sources remain central to any
narrative about Cyrus, a wealth of primary evidence is found in the
ancient Near East, including documentary, archaeological, art
historical, and biblical material. Matt Waters draws from all of
these sources while consistently contextualizing them in order to
provide a cohesive understanding of Cyrus the Great. This overview
addresses issues of interpretation and reconciles limited material,
while the narrative keeps Cyrus the Great's compelling career at
the forefront. Cyrus' legacy is enormous and not fully appreciated-
King of the World takes readers on a journey that reveals his
powerful impact and preserves his story for future generations.
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