This book consists of a map of Persia, with a memorandum and index, prepared by William John Turner for the Royal Geographical Society under the supervision of the Hon George Nathaniel Curzon, M P. The memorandum is written by George Curzon, a Member of Parliament, and explains the origins of t...
(Manuscript of Notes to accompany Map of Persia (published by R.G.S) and the introduction to Haji Baba written by G.N.C. for Macmillan in 1895)
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This file is comprised of the correspondence and notes relating to two manuscripts by George Nathaniel Curzon. Firstly, 'Notes to accompany Map of Persia' (Published by the Royal Geographical Society), and secondly, the notes for Curzon's introduction to an edition published by Macmillan of 'The...
The map shows Persia, Afghanistan and Baluchistan and indicates hydrology, settlements and topography. The outline of the border of Persia is shown by a red line, the border of Aghanistan by a green line, and the boundary of Baluchistan by a yellow line. A table of 'significations' gives Persia...
