Oriental Literature; the Dabistn, or, School of Manners; the Religious Beliefs, Observances, Philosophic Opinions and Social Customs of the Nations of the East, tr. From the Original Persian by

First published in 1843, Oriental Literature is a fascinating glimpse into the religious, philosophical, and cultural practices of the East. Drawing on Persian and Arabic sources, the authors provide a sweeping overview of Eastern thought, from the teachings of the Buddha to the tenets of Islam.

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