The English amongst the Persians during the Qajar period 1787–1921

Heinemann

1977

218 p.

The British interest in Persia -- The diplomatic scene -- Formalities and frictions -- Wars and warriors -- Uncrowned king of the Persian Gulf -- Consuls, Khans and communities -- The world of business -- Missionaries and doctors -- The electric telegraph and other innovations -- Frontier makers -- Some travelers -- World War I and the end of an era -- The Qajar Shahs -- British envoys to Persia during the Qajar period -- British residents at Bushire during the Qajar period -- British consular posts in 1921.

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