The Poetry Of The Orient

The Poetry of the Orient is a collection of poems compiled by William Rounseville Alger. The book includes translations of poems from various Eastern cultures, including Chinese, Japanese, Persian, and Indian. The poems cover a range of themes, from love and nature to spirituality and philosophy. Alger's translations are noted for their accuracy and attention to detail, allowing readers to experience the original beauty and meaning of the poems. The book also includes an introduction by Alger, providing context and background information on the cultures and poets featured in the collection. The Poetry of the Orient is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the rich literary traditions of the East.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.