The Persian empire is one the most impressive cultures in history. They conquered many lands and had a thriving economy. A good example of their success is displayed here in their productivity: “High agricultural productivity enabled many people to work at tasks other than cultivation: classes of bureaucrats, administrators, priests, craftsmen, and merchants increased in number as the production and distribution of food became more efficient” (Bentley, Jerry). They had a thriving kingdom and always had their eyes with expanding their empire. They seem to center their values in power and luxury. The rich would take relish in which their earning as displayed here: “ Darius intended Persepolis to serve not only as an administrative center but
