The History of Persia by John Malcolm
The product of a lifetime spent in India and the Middle East, for over a century this two-volume work by Sir John Malcolm (1769-1833), first published in 1815, remained the most trusted chronicle of Persia. Translated into French, German and Persian, the detailed and diverse contents earned its diplomat author an honorary Doctorate of Laws from the University of Oxford. Although learned, Malcolm's narrative is informed by personal experiences acquired while serving as an envoy and secretary to the governor general, a position which clearly shaped his views on the country's political character. Volume 2 begins with an account of the rulers of the early eighteenth century and goes on to provide a detailed history of modern Persia, incorporating descriptions of its religions, government, climate and social conventions. Malcolm's concluding remarks are both critical and portentous as he observes the needs for a 'complete alteration' in the political condition of Persia.| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781108028646 |
| ISBN 10 | 1108028640 |
| Title | The History of Persia |
| Author | John Malcolm |
| Series | Cambridge Library Collection - Travel Middle East And Asia Minor |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
| Year published | 2011-06-30 |
| Number of pages | 744 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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