Richard N. Frye
American scholar and academic expert
Born
1920
105 years ago
Died
March 27th, 2014
11 years ago — 94 years old
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United States
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An influential scholar in Persian studies, contributed significantly to the understanding of Iranian history and culture. Held academic positions at Harvard University and the University of Massachusetts. Founded the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard, which became a key institution for the study of the region. Authored several books and translated important Persian texts, enhancing Western knowledge of Persian literature and culture.
Founded the Center for Middle Eastern Studies at Harvard
Authored significant works in Persian studies
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