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The Poems of Shemseddin Mohammed Hafiz of Shiraz (1901)
The Poems of Shemseddin Mohammed Hafiz of Shiraz (1901)
by Hafiz , Payne, John
Hardcover - English

The Poems of Shemseddin Mohammed Hafiz of Shiraz is a collection of poetry by the renowned Persian poet, Hafiz. Originally published in 1901, this book contains a comprehensive selection of Hafiz's poems, which are known for their beauty, lyricism, and spiritual depth.Hafiz's poetry is deeply rooted in Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam that emphasizes the pursuit of a direct personal experience of God. His poems often explore themes of love, devotion, and the search for spiritual truth, and are characterized by their use of vivid imagery, metaphor, and wordplay.This edition of The Poems of Shemseddin Mohammed Hafiz of Shiraz features a translation of Hafiz's work into English by Gertrude Lowthian Bell, a prominent British writer and traveler who was known for her knowledge of Persian culture and language. Bell's translation captures the essence of Hafiz's poetry, bringing his words to life for a new generation of readers.Overall, The Poems of Shemseddin Mohammed Hafiz of Shiraz is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian poetry, Sufism, or spiritual literature. With its timeless themes and beautiful language, Hafiz's poetry continues to inspire and resonate with readers around the world.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.

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ISBN
1120368391
EAN
9781120368393
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Publication Date
15 Oct 2009
Pages
270
Weight (kg)
0.57
Dimensions (cm)
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.9
About Author
Peter Avery OBE, was born in Derby, England, in 1923. One of today's most eminent Persian scholars, he was for years Lecturer in Persian Studies in the University of Cambridge where he still lives. His works include A translation of The Ruba'iyat Of Omar Khayyam, with poet John Heath-Stubbs, and The Speech of the Birds, the Mantiqu't-tair of Faridu'd Din.
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