Rubaiyat Of Omar Khayyam

""Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam: In English Verse"" is a book that was originally published in 1888. It is a collection of poems by the Persian poet Omar Khayyam, translated into English by Edward FitzGerald. The Rubaiyat is a series of quatrains, or four-line stanzas, that explore themes such as the fleeting nature of life, the search for meaning, and the pleasures of love and wine. FitzGerald's translation is known for its lyrical and romantic language, and it has become one of the most popular works of Persian literature in the English-speaking world. The book includes a preface by FitzGerald, as well as an introduction that provides background information on Khayyam and his poetry. Overall, ""Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam: In English Verse"" is a timeless work of literature that continues to inspire readers with its beautiful language and profound insights into the human experience.And A Biographical Preface.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.