Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, and Salámán and Absál: Together with a Life of Edward Fitzgerald and an Essay on Persian Poetry by Ralph Waldo Emerson

The anthology 'Rub√°iy√°t of Omar Khayy√°m, and Sal√°m√°n and Abs√°l' masterfully converges timeless Persian and Western literary styles into a unified exploration of existential and metaphysical themes. The collection juxtaposes deep philosophical musings with poetic imagery, presenting readers with a rich tapestry of human experience, from the mystical quatrains reflecting on life's ephemeral nature to allegorical narratives exploring the soul's journey through love and enlightenment. Its standout pieces, marked by their rhythmic elegance and profound imagery, invite readers to ponder life's transient pleasures and the eternal search for truth. The anthology situates itself within the larger tapestry of world literature, enticing with a varied narrative cadence that captures both the sensual and the sublime.

© 2019 Good Press (Ebook): 4057664641106

Vertaling: Edward FitzGerald

Publicatiedatum

Ebook: 25 november 2019