The History of Persia, from the Most Early Period to the Present Time: Containing an Account of the Religion, Government, Usages, and Character of the Inhabitants of that Kingdom. / By Colonel Sir John Malcolm, K.C.B., K.L.S. Late Minister Plenipotentiary to the Court of Persia from the Supreme Government of India

Malcolm, Colonel Sir John

Published by Printed for John Murray and Longman & Co, London, 1815

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First edition in two volumes. Complete with folding map on facing title page, 16 plates as listed at beginning of volume 1, errata page at beginning of volume 1, errata page to vol 2 is after the index. Original full marbled calf binding, gold tooled spine with title label, joints cracked, corners rubbed. Text block in fine unmarked condition with wide margins, plates foxed. Plain end paper with owner's book plate 'John Grove Ferne'. Sir Walter John Grove 2nd Baronet (1852 1932) of Ferne House Vol 1 Booksellers label 'DM Beach, Salisbury' and pencil markings to end paper. Loose end paper Vol 1.' Book based John Malcolm's three diplomatic visits to Persia. This is a heavy item so may incur higher postage rates. Further details and images are available on request. Seller Inventory # 218

Bibliographic Details

Title: The History of Persia, from the Most Early ...

Publisher: Printed for John Murray and Longman & Co, London

Publication Date: 1815

Binding: Hardback

Condition: Good

Edition: First Edition.

Book Type: Book