Oriental Studies: A Selection of the Papers Read Before the Oriental Club of Philadelphia 1888-1894 (Classic Reprint)

A historical snapshot of the Oriental Club of Philadelphia (1888–1894), told through its published papers, proceedings, and member records.This selection gathers the club’s early work, including its constitutional framework, officer roles, and membership lists. It documents meetings, debates, and the preparation of a possible volume of club papers, offering a window into late 19th‑century Oriental studies in Philadelphia. The volume blends scholarly essays with administrative details that shaped the club’s direction and activities. Constitution and governance of the Oriental Club of Philadelphia, including member eligibility and dues Accounts of meetings, papers read, and discussions spanning several years Biographical notes and affiliations of founders and members in the list of members Selections and summaries of scholarly papers on topics such as Babylonian texts and Semitic languagesIdeal for readers of scholarly club histories and researchers interested in the origins of American oriental studies. Read more