Safarnāmah-yi Nāṣir al-Dīn Shāh bih Khurāsān

This meticulously edited edition of Naser al-Din Shah's Travelogue to Khorasan offers a unique window into 19th-century Iran. The book chronicles the Shah's six-month journey to Khorasan in 1244 AH (1865 CE), detailing each day's events with remarkable precision. From the landscapes of Semnan and Shahrood to the sacred city of Mashhad and the historical Nishapur, the reader is transported alongside the Shah and his entourage. The detailed table of contents provides a day-by-day account, vividly describing the scenery, encounters, and significant occurrences. Beyond the travelogue itself, the book provides valuable insights into Naser al-Din Shah's life and reign, offering rich geographical, ethnographic, and historical information about Khorasan during that period. Illustrated with historical images and maps, this scholarly work is an invaluable resource for historians, travelogue enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a captivating glimpse into 19th-century Iran.