William N Ouseley (9 results)

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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Condition: good. The book has been read but is in good condition. It has very minimal damage to the cover, including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. The binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, and no writing in the margins. There are no missing pages. See the seller's listing for full details and a description of any imperfections.…

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First edition. Folding engraved map. 4to. Later quarter calf and marbled boards, red morocco label to spine; extremities rubbed, corners slightly worn, otherwise good. One faint line of blue ink to title-page, corner of map chipped (not affecting printed area), water staining to verso of final leaf, rest of interior clean and fresh. [iv], xxxvi, 327, [1]pp. London, T. Cadell and W. Davies, An important early translation of a manuscript in the tradition of Ibn Hawqal. It was the first time a seminal work of tenth-century Arab geography was translated into English, and therefore presented British readers with their first opportunity to engage with the travelogues of Istakhri (Masalik al-Mamalik) and Ibn Hawqal (Surat al-Ard).  Sir William Ouseley (1767-1842) was an authority on Iran and the Persian language, having travelled there with the British Embassy in 1810 as Secretary to his brother Gore. He made several significant translations from Persian manuscripts, often making use of his extensive private collection. The present translation was made from a manuscript in his ownership, which was then compared and contrasted with another Persian copy of the same text at Eton College (Eton Pote 418, Eton College Library).  The manuscript at Eton is now believed to be closer to the text of Istakhri's Masalik al-Mamalik, which Ibn Hawqal used as the basis for his geographical work, Surat al-Arad. It is understood that the two travellers met and Istakhri, the older man, encouraged Ibn Hawqal to make corrections and additions to his geography: "[Ibn Hawqal] did not misappropriate his elder contemporary's book, however; he simply considered the compiling of the "Islamic atlas" a common aim, to which every future geographer would be obliged to make his contribution." (Encyclopaedia Iranica).  Despite its somewhat opaque authorship, the source for Ouseley's translation is very much of the Istakhri/Ibn Hawqal tradition, and provides a good account of their remarkable travels across the Islamic World, from the Maghreb to Uzbekistan. It contains fine descriptions of Egypt, Syria and Iraq (divided into 'Jezireh' and 'Irak Arabi'), and extensive coverage of Iran. The latter abounds in information, with rivers, cities, fortresses and fire-temples described, along with advice on routes between principal conurbations. The account of Fars is particularly detailed, extending into climate, commodities, important families and "extraordinary edifices" (p.xxxiv).  Diba, p.154; Wilson, p.104. …

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: eng. Language: eng,und. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1799. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - eng,und, Pages: - 154, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 154 154.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: eng. Language: eng,per. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1800. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - eng,per, Pages: - 380, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 380 380.…