Ehsan Yarshater was an influential Iranian scholar and professor, best known for his work in Persian literature and history. He was born in 1920 in Tehran, Iran, and later moved to the United States, where he contributed significantly to the field of Iranian studies. Yarshater founded the Encyclopaedia Iranica, a comprehensive reference work on Iranian culture, history, and civilization. Throughout his career, Yarshater published numerous articles and books, enhancing the understanding of Persian language and literature. He served as a professor at Columbia University, where he inspired many students and scholars. His dedication to preserving and promoting Iranian heritage has left a lasting impact on the academic community.