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Ralph Emerson
Ralph Emerson was an American writer who focused on philosophy and the study of Eastern literature. He is known for his essays on Persian poetry and his biographical work on Edward FitzGerald. His
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám and Salámán and Absál Together with a Life of Edward Fitzgerald and an Essay on Persian Poetry
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám and Salámán and Absál Together with a Life of Edward Fitzgerald and an Essay on Persian Poetry
- Published
- 2012
- Language
- English
Synopsis
This edition brings together the timeless verses of Omar Khayyám's Rubáiyát, masterfully translated by Edward Fitzgerald. Alongside this classic work, you'll find Emerson's insightful essay on Persian poetry and a biographical sketch of Fitzgerald himself. It's a wonderful collection for anyone interested in classic Persian literature and its Western reception.
