Persian Literature - Elizabeth Armstrong Reed - Bog

Persian Literature: Ancient And Modern is a book written by Elizabeth Armstrong Reed in 1893. The book is a comprehensive study of Persian literature, both ancient and modern. It covers the major genres of Persian literature, including poetry, prose, and drama. The book also explores the historical and cultural context in which Persian literature developed, as well as the major themes and motifs that have characterized it throughout its history.The first part of the book focuses on ancient Persian literature, including the epic poetry of Ferdowsi, the mystical poetry of Rumi, and the prose works of Saadi and Hafez. The second part of the book examines modern Persian literature, including the works of contemporary poets and novelists such as Forough Farrokhzad and Ahmad Shamlou.Throughout the book, Reed provides detailed analysis and commentary on the literary works she discusses, placing them in the context of their time and culture. She also provides translations of many of the poems and passages she discusses, allowing readers who are not fluent in Persian to appreciate the beauty and complexity of the language.Overall, Persian Literature: Ancient And Modern is an essential resource for anyone interested in the rich and diverse literary tradition of Iran. It provides a thorough and engaging introduction to the major works and themes of Persian literature, and is sure to be of interest to scholars, students, and general readers alike.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.