lS34.]Traus!aiion of an Extract from " Tohfetal Akbar:']6S 



tues and lordly generosity is far beyond the scope of my pen. Lof- 

 ty minded he values the wealth of the world as worthless gravel." 



Eminently wise he enters into the comprehension of weighty 

 matters and accomplishes them with ease and facility." 



" The power of his presence and conversation is so great that 

 after one or two interviews the stony heart (of his hearer) melting 

 as wax yeilds and is moulded accordingly." 



" Anterior to these times, Sir John Malcolm, through reason of 

 superior capability and fitness, has at three different periods travelled 

 to the regions of Tsfahan and transacted the affairs of the Company 

 to their satisfaction, and has on several occasions been admitted into 

 ^ the presence of Futteh Ali Shah, King of Iran, and honored and 

 exalted by his princely munificence." 



" The high born Oomras and inhabitants of Iran were beyond 

 bounds desirous of his society. In journeying to Iran he experi- 

 enced many dangers and difficulties. By bestowing Nazrs"and 

 Maums he is celebrated for generosity and liberality." 



** The Persian language falls from his lips with the perfection of 

 eloquence, he is also acquainted with the languages of India — in 

 addition to perfection of knowledge he possesses the gem of valor 

 and courage. In diplomacy and political affairs, he is sagacious 

 and discerning." 



** Notwithstanding his elevated rank he is entirely divest of pride 

 and self importance ; and manifests to his confidants more kindness 

 and condescension than a father." 



He is naturally partial to travelling and field sports, and 

 esteems a good horseman." 



" He exerts himself to the utmost in completing any matter to 

 which he has once turned his attention. He regards with a favor- 

 able eye the just privileges of old servants, and never rejects a beg- 

 gar from the door of his wealth. 



" In the society of his equals Sir John Malcolm evinces such 

 warmth and vivacity that every individual becomes desirous of hi§ 

 company and eloquent in his praise." 



" In short, this historian has never, at any time observed the 

 brow of this celebrated chief ruffled but at all times unclouded and 

 his countenance cheerful." 



"In Governor Elliot's time the seizure of the Mahratta country 

 which was fallen into the hands ©f the Company was entirely 

 brought about by his ageacy," 



