Publisher's Synopsis
Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam: In English Verse is a book that showcases the poetry of the great Persian poet, Omar Khayyam. Originally written in Persian, this edition has been translated into English by Edward FitzGerald. The book is a collection of quatrains, or rubaiyat, that explore themes of love, mortality, and the fleeting nature of life. The poems are written in a lyrical and evocative style, with vivid imagery and rich symbolism. The book is considered a masterpiece of Persian literature, and has been widely read and admired for its beauty and wisdom. This edition includes an introduction by FitzGerald, as well as notes and commentary on the poems. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian poetry or the works of Omar Khayyam.And A Biographical Preface.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.
