Palmer's Work As An Oriental Scholar (1882)

Palmer�������s Work As An Oriental Scholar is a book written by George Frederick Nicholl in 1882. The book is a biography of Edward Henry Palmer, who was a renowned British orientalist and linguist. The book provides a detailed account of Palmer�������s life and his contributions to the study of Oriental languages and literature.Palmer was born in 1840 and grew up in a family of scholars. He studied at Cambridge University and later became a professor of Arabic at the University of Cambridge. Palmer was known for his expertise in Arabic, Hebrew, and other Oriental languages. He also made significant contributions to the study of the Quran and Islamic law.The book covers Palmer�������s travels to the Middle East, where he conducted research and collected manuscripts. It also describes his work as a translator and editor of Oriental texts. Palmer was a prolific writer, and the book includes a discussion of his major publications.In addition to his scholarly work, Palmer was also involved in politics and diplomacy. He served as a British consul in Egypt and played a key role in negotiating the British occupation of Egypt in 1882. The book provides insight into Palmer�������s political activities and his role in shaping British policy in the Middle East.Overall, Palmer�������s Work As An Oriental Scholar is a comprehensive account of the life and achievements of one of the most important Orientalists of the 19th century. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Oriental studies and the role of scholars in shaping the political and cultural landscape of the Middle East.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.