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Sketches of Persia: From the Journals of a Traveller in the East

  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Cambridge University Press
  • 14 x 21.6 x 1.7 cm

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For history lovers and travel enthusiasts seeking adventure

Provides insights into Persian life and customs of the past

You will gain a deeper understanding of a fascinating culture

Explore the rich culture and history of Persia through Malcolm's vivid journals.

Sketches of Persia, although published anonymously in 1827, is attributed to Sir John Malcolm (1769-1833). Malcolm was a diplomat and administrator in India: arriving at the age of fourteen in 1783 to work for the East India Company, he was known during his long career as 'Boy' Malcolm. He swiftly moved into more political and diplomatic roles. He became fluent in Persian and was despatched to Persia for part of his career, though he would eventually return to India and become Governor of Bombay (1827-1830). Volume 2 begins on the edge of the desert in Cashan and ends in Sennah. Along the way, Malcolm observes Persian life and customs, and describes his many encounters, which give a vivid picture of society in Persia during this period, including a magnificent reception at court in Tehran where he meets the king, who is dripping with jewels 'of an extraordinary size'.

  • Title

    Sketches of Persia: From the Journals of a Traveller in the East

  • Author

    John Malcolm

  • Book Format

    Paperback

  • Publisher

    Cambridge University Press

  • Published

    June 2011

  • Weight

    373g

  • Dimensions

    14 x 21.6 x 1.7 cm

  • ISBN

    9781108028677

  • ISBN-10

    1108028675

  • Eden Code

    5030386

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