Publisher's Synopsis
The Bakhtyar Nama: A Persian Romance is a novel written by William Ouseley and originally published in 1883. The book is set in ancient Persia and tells the story of Prince Bakhtyar, a brave and noble warrior who falls in love with the beautiful Princess Ziba. However, their love is threatened by the evil sorcerer Zohak, who seeks to conquer the kingdom and take Ziba as his own bride.As Bakhtyar battles to protect his people and win the heart of Ziba, he must also confront his own inner demons and overcome personal challenges. Along the way, he encounters a host of colorful characters, including wise sages, cunning villains, and loyal friends.The Bakhtyar Nama is a classic tale of love, adventure, and heroism, featuring vivid descriptions of Persian culture and mythology. Ouseley's writing is lyrical and evocative, transporting readers to a world of magic and wonder. This edition of the book includes an introduction by a noted scholar of Persian literature, providing context and historical background for modern readers.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.