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The Development of Metaphysics in Persia is a book written by Muhammad Iqbal, a renowned philosopher and poet from Pakistan. The book is a comprehensive study of the history of Muslim philosophy, particularly the development of metaphysics in Persia. Iqbal's work is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different period of Persian philosophy. The first part examines the early Persian philosophers and their contributions to metaphysics. The second part explores the impact of Islamic theology on Persian philosophy, particularly the works of Avicenna and Suhrawardi. The third part looks at the later Persian philosophers, including Mulla Sadra and his followers.Throughout the book, Iqbal provides a critical analysis of the various philosophical theories and concepts that emerged in Persia. He also discusses the influence of Persian philosophy on Western thought, particularly during the Renaissance and Enlightenment periods.Overall, The Development of Metaphysics in Persia is a significant contribution to the study of Muslim philosophy and its impact on the world. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of philosophy, Islamic theology, and Persian culture.1908. This work marks the first and only historical account of Persia's philosophical thought and the credit of its conception goes to Iqbal. Contents: Part I Pre-Islamic Persian Philosophy; and Part II Greek Dualism.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.