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James Darmesteter

James Darmesteter (1849–1894) was a French linguist, professor and historian.

James Darmesteter in brief

Born
1849
Died
1894
Known for
linguist,professor,historian,writer,iranologist,university teacher,orientalist,philosopher
Place of birth
Château-Salins

Overview

Also worked under the name J.-D. Lefrançais.

Born at Château-Salins in 1849, died at Maisons-Laffitte in 1894.

In detail

James Darmesteter studied at École pratique des hautes études. training under Eugène-Louis Hauvette-Besnault is recorded. Delphine Menant is recorded as having studied under James Darmesteter. the recorded working language is French, Persian and English.

The field of work recorded is Iranian studies, Iranian philology and oriental studies.

Employment is recorded with Collège de France and École pratique des hautes études. Positions recorded include secretary and deputy chairperson. Membership is recorded of Société de Linguistique de Paris.

Distinctions recorded are Bordin Prize and Delalande-Guérineau Prize.

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “James Darmesteter”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q1086318: James Darmesteter

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