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Historical Biography, Middle Eastern History
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Karim Khan Zand

by John R. Perry
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Overview

A forward thinking and notably popular leader, Karim Khan Zand (1705-1779) was the founder of the Zand dynasty in Iran. In this insightful profile of a man before his time, esteemed academic John Perry shows how by opening up international trade, employing a fair fiscal system and showing respect for existing religious institutions, Karim Khan succeeded in creating a peaceful and prosperous state in a particularly turbulent epoch of history.

About the Author, John R. Perry

John R. Perry is professor of Persian at the University of Chicago. He has written extensively on the Persian language and Karim Khan Zand.

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Book Details

Published
March 22, 2013
Publisher
Oneworld Publications
ISBN
9781780741994

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