Matthew Arnold's Sohrab And Rustum (1905)

Matthew Arnold's Sohrab and Rustum is a narrative poem that tells the story of the tragic encounter between the legendary Persian warrior Rustum and his long-lost son Sohrab, who has been raised as a warrior among the Turanian tribes. The poem explores themes of identity, fate, and the clash of cultures, as Rustum and Sohrab engage in a fateful battle that ultimately leads to Sohrab's untimely death. Arnold's poetic style is characterized by its vivid imagery and descriptive language, which bring the ancient world of Persia to life. Published in 1905, this edition of Sohrab and Rustum includes an introduction by the author, as well as annotations and critical commentary that provide context and analysis 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.