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The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam - cover

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

Khayyam Omar

Translator Edward FitzGerald

Publisher: DigiCat

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The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is a masterful collection of quatrains that captures the essence of existence through its meditative reflections on life, love, and mortality. With a unique literary style that combines lyrical beauty and philosophical depth, Khayyam's work employs a rich tapestry of imagery and metaphor, skillfully intertwining themes of carpe diem and existential contemplation. Composed in the 11th century during the Islamic Golden Age, the Rubaiyat stands at the crossroads of Persian literary traditions and philosophical inquiry, resonating with the mysticism and yearning for knowledge characteristic of medieval Persian poetry. Omar Khayyam was not only a renowned poet but also an accomplished mathematician and astronomer, which profoundly influenced his worldview and themes in his poetry. Living in a time of rich cultural exchange, Khayyam's duality of scientific and poetic endeavors narrates the quest for understanding the mysteries of life, paralleling the existential questions that permeate his verses. His background as a polymath offered him a distinct perspective on the transient nature of existence, making his reflections all the more poignant. The Rubaiyat invites readers to ponder the complexity of their own lives while enjoying the exquisite craftsmanship of Khayyam's verses. This timeless work offers insights that are as relevant today as they were a millennium ago, making it a must-read for anyone seeking to explore the beauty and brevity of life. Readers of poetry, philosophy, and anyone enamored with the nuances of human experience will find in Khayyam's Rubaiyat a profound source of inspiration.
Available since: 05/29/2022.
Print length: 30 pages.

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