Abū Nuwās
Abū Nuwās
ca. 756 – ca. 8107
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Abū Nuwās was a leading poet of the Abbasid era, often considered the greatest lyrical poet of the Arabs. His work, collected in his Diwan and Poèmes bachiques et libertins, is known for its frank exploration of wine and libertine themes. He is also represented in anthologies like Three Great Abbasi…
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Abu Nuwas, أبو نواس, Abū Nawās, Abû Nuwâs, ca 756-ca 810 Abû Nuwâs, Ḥasan ibn Ḥāni called Abu Nuwas, Abū Nuwās al-Ḥasan ibn Hānī al-Ḥakamī, Al-Ḥasan ibn Hānī 'Abd al-Awal al-Ṣabāḥ, Abū 'Alī, أَبُو عَلِي اَلْحَسَنْ بْنْ هَانِئْ بْنْ عَبْدِ اَلْأَوَّلْ بْنْ اَلصَّبَاحِ اَلْحُكْمِيِّ اَلْمِذْحَجِي, Abū Nuwās al-Salamī, أبو نواس السلمي, Abu NuwásFeatured Works
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What is Abū Nuwās best known for?
Abū Nuwās is primarily celebrated for his innovative contributions to Arabic poetry, particularly his mastery of the khamriyyat (wine poems) and his frank, often humorous, exploration of themes related to pleasure and urban life.
Where should a new reader start with Abū Nuwās?
A good starting point for new readers would be collections of his khamriyyat, or wine poems, as these represent some of his most famous and characteristic works, showcasing his unique style and themes.