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Title: The Persian Literature, Comprising The Shah Nameh, The Rubaiyat, The Divan, and The Gulistan, Volume 2
Note: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Volume 2 contains only The Gulistan.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Karen Lofstrom, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Persian Literature" comprising "The Shah Nameh," "The Rubaiyat," "The Divan," and "The Gulistan," is a collection of classical Persian literary works that vividly embodies the depth of Persian poetry and prose, compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology includes notable pieces by eminent Persian poets like Sa'di, whose work often blends moral lessons with intricate storytelling, reflecting the zeitgeist of their times. Overall, the collection showcases themes of heroism, love, social justice, and philosophical musings, inviting readers into the rich tapestry of Persian culture and thought. At the start of the "Gulistan" by Sa'di, readers are introduced to a series of moral tales, aphorisms, and anecdotes that emphasize the virtues and failings of both rulers and their subjects. The opening chapter delves into the customs of kings, illustrating the nuances of power through vivid examples, including a tale of a king who shows mercy to a wrongdoer after being swayed by a wise vizir's intercession. Sa'di's narrative not only entertains but also imparts wisdom regarding compassion, governance, and the essence of human dignity, establishing a foundation for readers to explore the intricate relationships between authority, justice, and morality throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sadi
Translator: Ross, James, 1759-1831
EBook No.: 13060
Published: Jul 30, 2004
Downloads: 82
Language: English
Subject: Persian literature -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Oriental languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
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Title: The Persian Literature, Comprising The Shah Nameh, The Rubaiyat, The Divan, and The Gulistan, Volume 2
Note: Reading ease score: 69.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Note: Volume 2 contains only The Gulistan.
Credits: E-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Karen Lofstrom, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "The Persian Literature" comprising "The Shah Nameh," "The Rubaiyat," "The Divan," and "The Gulistan," is a collection of classical Persian literary works that vividly embodies the depth of Persian poetry and prose, compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology includes notable pieces by eminent Persian poets like Sa'di, whose work often blends moral lessons with intricate storytelling, reflecting the zeitgeist of their times. Overall, the collection showcases themes of heroism, love, social justice, and philosophical musings, inviting readers into the rich tapestry of Persian culture and thought. At the start of the "Gulistan" by Sa'di, readers are introduced to a series of moral tales, aphorisms, and anecdotes that emphasize the virtues and failings of both rulers and their subjects. The opening chapter delves into the customs of kings, illustrating the nuances of power through vivid examples, including a tale of a king who shows mercy to a wrongdoer after being swayed by a wise vizir's intercession. Sa'di's narrative not only entertains but also imparts wisdom regarding compassion, governance, and the essence of human dignity, establishing a foundation for readers to explore the intricate relationships between authority, justice, and morality throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Sadi
Translator: Ross, James, 1759-1831
EBook No.: 13060
Published: Jul 30, 2004
Downloads: 82
Language: English
Subject: Persian literature -- Translations into English
LoCC: Language and Literatures: Oriental languages and literatures
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.