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443 - Savary, M. – The Morals of Muhammad; or A Collection of the …
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Estimate €600 - €800
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Savary, M. – The Morals of Muhammad; or A Collection of the Purest Maxims from the Qur’an. Published in Constantinople, and available in Paris, by Lamy, 1784. In-12, green morocco, triple gilt fillet framing on the covers, small fleurons at the corners, plain spine decorated with gilt fillets and the title running lengthwise, chiselled edges, gilt inner roulette and gilt edges – [2 ff.], 91 pp. First edition of this abridgement of the principles of Islam. The previous year, Savary had published a more complete translation of the Qur’an intended for a knowledgeable readership. This abridgement provided a wider European audience with an initial introduction to the Islamic religion. Savary (1750–1788), who had begun his career as a doctor, spent several years in Egypt before returning to France to devote himself to Orientalist studies. A charming copy on fine laid paper.
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Auction time 10/01/2026 at 10:00 AM
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