Note 106
The dynasties of the Taherites and
Soffarides, with the rise of that of the Samanines, are
described in the original history and Latin version of
Mirchond: yet the most interesting facts had already been
drained by the diligence of M. D'Herbelot.]
The History Of The Decline And
Fall Of The Roman Empire
—Fall In The East
—Chapter 52