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Richardson (1740-1795) was one of the leading Orientalists of his time. 'A Specimen of Persian Poetry,' first published in 1774, was his first major work.
Richardson (1740-1795) was one of the leading Orientalists of his time. 'A Specimen of Persian Poetry,' first published in 1774, was his first major work.
Richardson (1740-1795) was one of the leading Orientalists of his time. 'A Specimen of Persian Poetry,' first published in 1774, was his first major work.

RICHARDSON John; Samuel Rousseau, editor.

A specimen of Persian poetry; or Odes of Hafez: With an English translation and paraphrase. Chiefly from the specimen Poeseos Persicae of Baron Revizky. With historical and grammatical illustrations, and a complete analysis, for the assistance of those who wish to study the Persian language. A new edition, revised, corrected, and enlarged, by S. Rousseau, teacher of the Persian language.

London, printed by and for the editor, 1802.

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Richardson (1740-1795) was one of the leading Orientalists of his time. 'A Specimen of Persian Poetry,' first published in 1774, was his first major work.

Second, revised edition, complete, 4to, pp.iv, (ix)-xx, 86 pp.; with Persian text printed in nasta'liq, bookplate to upper pastedown; modern half calf over marbled boards, a very good copy. 265 x 190mm (10½ x 7½ inches).

Stock code 107216

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Richardson (1740-1795) was one of the leading Orientalists of his time. 'A Specimen of Persian Poetry,' first published in 1774, was his first major work.

A specimen of Persian poetry;

£1,250.00
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