Adam Olearius was a German scholar, mathematician, geographer and librarian. He became secretary to the ambassador sent by Frederick III, Duke of Holstein-Gottorp, to the Shah of Safavid (Iran), and published two books about the events and observations during his travels.
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About this person
Category
Academics
Type
Academic
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1599 to 1671 · aged 71
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