Napoleon and Persia, Iradj Amini, 1st edition signed by author and British Ambassador, plus correspondence

Napoleon and Persia: Franco-Persian Relations Under the First Empire by Iradj Amini offers a detailed study of the complex diplomacy between France and Persia during the Napoleonic era, set against the backdrop of Anglo-Russian rivalry in the region. Drawing on French, Persian, and British sources, Amini explores Napoleon’s ambitions in the East, the Treaty of Finkenstein (1807), and the dramatic shifts in Persian foreign policy as France, Britain, and Russia competed for influence. This first English edition, published by Curzon Press in 1999, remains one of the most authoritative works on the subject and a key reference for scholars of Middle Eastern and Napoleonic history.

This is a presentation copy from the author to Sir Denis Wright, former UK Ambassador to Iran (1963–1971), with the author’s signed inscription on the title page and Wright’s own signature. Included are two authorial letters addressed to Sir Denis, adding rich provenance and making this copy an association item of considerable interest to collectors of Persian history and diplomatic correspondence.

Napoleon and Persia, Franco-Persian Relations Under the First Empire, within the context of the rivalries between France, Britain and Russia by Iradj Amini.

Published by Curzon Press, 1999 - 1st English Edition.

From the library of Sir Dennis Wright.

Fine condition hardback with dustjacket.

Dimensions: approx 224mm high x 146mm wide x 26mm deep.

xix + 228pp + plates.