Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, and Salámán and Absál
Together with a Life of Edward Fitzgerald and an Essay on Persian Poetry by Ralph Waldo EmersonBy Omar Khayyam, Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jami
Length2h 24m
About this audiobook
The anthology 'Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, and Salámán and Absál' serves as a bridge connecting the timeless wisdom of Persian and Western literature, embracing a rich tapestry of philosophical musings and poetic innovation. This collection, bound by the threads of existential wonder and romantic exploration, showcases a variety of literary styles, from the evocative quatrains of the Rubáiyát to the allegorical prose of Salámán and Absál. Each work illuminates profound questions regarding life, destiny, and love, offering readers an introspective journey through both classical and symbolic narratives. Bringing together the illustrious voices of Omar Khayyám, Ralph Waldo Emerson, and Jami, this anthology stands as a testament to the enduring exchange of ideas across cultures and eras. Each contributor draws from a rich historical and cultural heritage—Khayyám's Persian roots meet Emerson's transcendental reflections and Jami's mystical insights. Their collective works substantiate a dialogue that enriches the thematic depth of the anthology, reflecting the intersections of Persian philosophy with Western thought and embodying the spirit of intellectual and cultural symbiosis. Recommended for its introspective depth and its celebration of cross-cultural dialogue, this anthology invites readers to indulge in a kaleidoscope of perspectives and literary styles. It offers an educational odyssey into the philosophical terrains of East and West, cultivating a nuanced appreciation for diverse narratives. As readers traverse this collection, they engage with an illuminating discourse that showcases the timeless relevance and literary allure of these distinguished authors.
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GenrePoetry, Literary Classics
Length2 hrs 24 mins
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FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1TO E. FITZGERALD.
26XXI.
2LIFE OF EDWARD FITZGERALD.
27XXII.
3PREFACE TO RUBÁIYÁT OF OMAR KHAYYÁM
28XXIII.
4PREFACE TO Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám.: FOOTNOTES:
29XXIV.
5RUBÁIYÁT OF OMAR KHAYYÁM.
30XXV.
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6I.
31XXVI.
7II.
32XXVII.
8III.
33XXVIII.
9IV.
34XXIX.
10V.
35XXX.
11VI.
36XXXI.
12VII.
37XXXII.
13VIII.
38XXXIII.
14IX.
39XXXIV.
15X.
40XXXV.
16XI.
41XXXVI.
17XII.
42XXXVII.
18XIII.
43XXXVIII.
19XIV.
44XXXIX.
20XV.
45XL.
21XVI.
46XLI.
22XVII.
47XLII.
23XVIII.
48XLIII.
24XIX.
49XLIV.
25XX.
50XLV.
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