Description

A Literary History of Persia: From Firdawsi to Sadi is a book by Edward Granville Browne, first published in 1906. The book is a comprehensive overview of Persian literature from the 10th to the 14th century, covering the works of famous poets such as Firdawsi, Rumi, and Hafiz. Browne provides an in-depth analysis of the literary themes, styles, and techniques that emerged during this period, as well as the historical and cultural context in which they were produced. The book also includes translations of selected poems and excerpts from Persian literature, allowing readers to experience the beauty and richness of this literary tradition firsthand. A Literary History of Persia is considered a seminal work in the field of Persian studies and is still widely read and referenced today.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.