Literature, Fiction, Essays, Poetry

Morier, James. Hajji Baba of Ispahan. Fiction, 405 pages, 25 cm. The classic tale of a young man's rise in Persian society, from barber to bandit to sidewalk pitchman, to the Shah's right-hand man! Morier was a member of the British diplomatic corps and was based in Persia from 1806 until 1816; this story was inspired by his experiences. The text is entirely in English. New York: Random House, 1937. 1st Edition. Hardcover with dust jacket. The book has the former owner's name written on the flyleaf. The dust jacket shows signs of wear, especially around the edges. The binding is in excellent condition. The pages have some yellowing around the edges from age. $65.00

Morier, James. Hajji Baba of Ispahan. Fiction, 405 pages, 25 cm. The classic tale of a young man's rise in Persian society, from barber to bandit to sidewalk pitchman, to the Shah's right-hand man! Morier was a member of the British diplomatic corps and was based in Persia from 1806 until 1816; this story was inspired by his experiences. The text is entirely in English. New York: Random House, 1937. 1st Edition. Hardcover. The book has the former owner's name written on the flyleaf. There is some light pencil underlining on several pages. One page has a small hole in it, but this does not affect the text. The binding is in excellent condition. The pages have some yellowing around the edges from age. $65.00


Masterpieces of Persian Literature, a collection of very rare abridged editions that would be ideal for scholars and researchers. The text of all books is entirely in Persian (Farsi). No ISBNs. These are vintage, practically antique, books, so they are not in perfect condition: there may be some slight cover wear. In at least one or two books, there are slightly torn blank pages, and they are slightly brown/yellow from age. All books were published by Amir Kabir.

Collection #1 contains six volumes: Ghazal-e Farsi edited by Dr. Zahra Khanvari Kia (72 pages); Qaboos Nameh (73 pages); Pirchangi and Other Stories by Rumi (59 pages);Hassanak-e Vazir az Tarikh Behaqi (36 pages); Poems of Ostad Ansari Balkhi (30 pages); Poems of Ostad Manoucher Damaghani (45 pages). $24.99

Collection #2 contains six volumes: Vase va Ramin from Dr. Esmail Haqimi (56 pages); Bay Yazeed va Juraid (Farid Al-Din Attar) (32 pages); Asrar al-Toheed (28 pages); Keema-ye Saadad (38 pages); Zahak (53 pages); Gol-e Khas (75 pages). $24.99
Collection #3 contains six volumes: Yusuf va Zuleikha (from Jami) (53 pages); Montekhabe Mars ba Nameh (45 pages): Baharestan Jami (45 pages); Al Moajam fi Ma'ayer Ashar Al-Ajam (95 pages); Davood va Suleiman (62 pages); Siasat Nameh (52 pages). $24.99
Collection #4 contains five volumes: Rostam va Sohrab edited by Dr. Zahra Khanvari Kia (48 pages); Rostam va Isfandiyar (44 pages); Safar Nameh by Khosrow (51 pages); Chahar Maqali (39 pages); Bahram-e Chubeen edited by Tarikh Tabari (34 pages); $24.99

Compilation of Vols 1 – 3 Arash Magazine. Cyrus Tahbaz, editor. 1^st edition, 1340; 2^nd edition, 1370. (CE 1961 – 1971) No ISBN. Paperback with dust jacket. Entirely in Persian (Farsi). Contains articles, short stories and poetry by literary and intellectual giants, such as Jalal Al Ahmad, Gertrude Stein, Guillame Applianer, Ernest Hemingway (Three Japanese Songs), Stravinsky, Steinbeck, Carl Sandburg, Rimbaud, Ezra Pound and many more. Includes some photographs. There are no page numbers; we estimate approximately 500 pages. The text is entirely in Persian (Farsi). Last Copy $49.99

Compilation of Vols 4 – 7 Arash Magazine. Cyrus Tahbaz, editor. 2^nd edition 1370. Poetry, plays, fiction, literary criticism, etc. no page numbers; estimate approx 300 pages. The text is entirely in Persian (Farsi). Last Copy $49.99

Seda (Voice), Volume 2. Published 1365 (CE 1986). A cultural magazine featuring poetry, short stories, theatre and cinema, and columns. Limited edition printing; very rare. 148 pages. The text is entirely in Persian (Farsi). Last Copy $12.99