Publisher's Synopsis
Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval Arabic, Moorish, and Turkish is a comprehensive book written by Charles F. Horne. The book is a collection of sacred texts and early literature from the Middle East, specifically from the medieval Arabic, Moorish, and Turkish periods. It includes translations of important works such as the Quran, the Hadith, and the Thousand and One Nights, as well as lesser-known texts like the Sufi poetry of Rumi and the epic poem Shahnama. The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a particular region or culture. The first section covers Arabic literature, including religious texts, poetry, and historical chronicles. The second section focuses on Moorish literature, including works from Al-Andalus, the Islamic state in Spain. The third section covers Turkish literature, including the epic poems of the Ottoman Empire. Throughout the book, Horne provides historical context and background information to help readers understand the significance of each text. He also includes biographical information about the authors and translators, as well as notes on the translation process. Overall, Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval Arabic, Moorish, and Turkish is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the literature and culture of the Middle East. It provides a comprehensive overview of important texts from the region and offers insights into the historical and cultural context in which they were written.How the Teachings of Mohammed Spread into Many Lands and Created Many Literatures; Medieval Arab Literatures; The Sunan; Early History and Science; Philosophy and Religion; Romance; the Poets of Arabia; Moorish History; Science and History; Love Poetry of the Spanish Moors; Turkish Literature; Legends and Poetry; The Travels of Sidi Ali Reis; Bibliography.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.
