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About The Book: "A Compendious Vocabulary English and Persian" serves as a valuable reference for medical practitioners and scholars, providing a comprehensive list of terms related to Oriental simples in the Materia Medica used in modern practice. The work includes English and Persian translations, facilitating cross-cultural understanding in medicinal knowledge. Additionally, it features tables detailing the successions of the Khaliffs and the Kings of Persia and Hindostan, offering historical context. This resource not only enhances medical vocabulary but also enriches the reader’s appreciation of the cultural and historical dimensions of Persian and Indian medicinal traditions. About The Author: Francis Gladwin (1745–1812) was a British soldier and linguist, known for his contributions to the understanding of Persian and Urdu languages during his service in India. He is best recognized for his translation of the Persian classic "The Tale of the Four Dervishes." Gladwin’s work played a significant role in bridging cultural gaps between the British and Indian societies. His linguistic expertise and dedication to education helped promote cross-cultural dialogue during a pivotal time in British-Indian relations, reflecting his lasting impact on colonial scholarship. The Title 'A compendious vocabulary English and Persian Including all the Oriental Simples in the Materia Medica Employed in Modern Practice: With Tables Subjoined of the Successions of the Khaliffs and of the Kings of Persia and Hindostan written/authored/edited by Francis Gladwin', published in the year 2024. The ISBN 9789367809105 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 182 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Dictionary. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: