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London: Alexander-Ouseley, Limited, 1929. First edition. Cloth. Very Good. 10" by 6.5". Not Stated. The first edition of this scarce fascinating biography on the influential Said Bin Sultan, an illustrated work written by his grandson, Rudolph Said Ruete. The first edition of this scarce work.An important biography on Said Bin Sultan, written by his grandson, Rudolph Said Ruete.Illustrated with a portrait frontispiece, one folding map, and five plates.Collated, complete. Said Bin Sultan was the sultan of Omar and Muscat, noted for moving the capital to Zanzibar. During his rule the Omani Empire research its peak of power and wealth. Said became the Sultan when he was about fifteen years old, and went on to rule for another fifty-two years. He is often called the Lion of Oman, and is considered to be one of the greatest Omani sultans.This is an insightful biography on the influential figure, looking at his life and career as ruler. It provides an insightful familial look at Said Bin Sultan; the… Read More