Travels in Luristan and Arabistan.

£1,800 · Offered by Shapero Rare Books

The 'Arabistan' in the title refers to Khuzestan in Eastern Persia. The author, a member of the Russian legation at Tehran, travelled from Tehran to Isfahan, Persepolis, Shiraz, Kazeroun, Shushtar, Susa, Khorramabad and back to Tehran. An attractively illustrated work. First edition. 2 volumes in 1, 8vo., xx, 404; xii, 398 [1]pp., 15 plates (2 folding, 4 tinted lithographs), lightly toned, occasional chipping to edges, 2 folding maps, modern red half morocco gilt, marbled sides, a handsome example. Ghani p93.

• Binding: Hardcover

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