SALE, GEORGE
THE KORAN
Year: 1795
Size: 5.4 x 8.6 inches
COMMONLY CALLED THE ALCORAN OF MOHAMMED, TRANSLATED FROM THE ORIGINAL ARABIC; WITH EXPLANATORY NOTES, TAKEN FROM THE MOST APPROVED COMMENTATORS. TO WHICH IS PREFIXED, A PRELIMINARY DISCOURSE.New Edition
2 Volume Set
Year: 1795
Size: 13.8 x 22 cm (5.4 x 8.6 inches)
Translated by George Sale
Printed By: S. Hazard.
Number of Printed Pages:
Volume I: xii+266 Pages
Volume II: 519 Pages
No. of Illustrations: Volume I: 1 Folded Map+ 3 Genealogical table (two of them are folded) +1 Plan of the temple of Mecca.
This rare and cherished edition of George Sale’s 'The Koran: Commonly Called the Alcoran of Mohammed' (first published in 1734) stands as a remarkable testament to early Western engagement with Islamic scripture. Revered for its scholarly precision and elegant prose, Sale’s translation was among the first to present the Qur’an to English readers with deep respect and insight, earning a place of enduring influence through more than 120 editions well into the twentieth century. Its historical and cultural significance is underscored by its (early edition not this one) inclusion in Thomas Jefferson’s (Founding Father and the third president of the United States) personal library housed among works of religion, mythology, and philosophy reflecting the intellectual curiosity and spirit of enlightenment that this extraordinary volume embodies.
Provenance : Collection of a Gentleman
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This is an auction of pre-owned and old items. Many items are of an age or nature which precludes their being in perfect condition and you should expect general wear and tear commensurate with age and use.
We strongly advise you to examine items before you bid.
| Nickname | Amount(Rs) | Type | Date & Time(IST) | |
| 1 | anon0200 | 79200.00 | Regular | 24-11-2025 01:11:45 PM IST |