Publisher's Synopsis
Principles of Persian Calligraphy is a book written by James Robert Ballantyne in 1844. It is a comprehensive guide to the art of Persian calligraphy, which is a form of decorative writing that has been practiced in Iran and other parts of the Middle East for centuries. The book covers the history of Persian calligraphy, its various styles and techniques, and the tools and materials used in the practice. It also includes detailed instructions on how to create different scripts and alphabets, as well as examples of famous calligraphers and their work. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the art of Persian calligraphy, and it provides a fascinating insight into the history and culture 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.
