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The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyam
A New Translation from the Persian
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Ideal for readers interested in poetry, philosophy, and cultural history, as well as those who appreciate classic works with modern translations. Suitable for scholars and casual readers seeking profound reflections on life and mortality.
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A repository of subversive, melancholic and existentialist themes and ideas, the rubaiyat (quatrains) that make up the collected poems attributed to the 12th century Persian astronomer Omar Khayyam have enchanted readers for centuries.
In this modern translation, complete with a critical introduction and epilogue, Juan Cole elegantly renders the verse for contemporary readers. Exploring such universal questions as the meaning of life, fate, and how to live a good life in the face of human mortality, this translation reveals anew why this singular collection of poems has struck a chord with such a temporally and culturally diverse audience, from the wine houses of medieval Iran to the poets of Western twentieth-century modernism.
The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyam is not just a poetic collection but a profound reflection on life, encouraging readers to ponder deep philosophical questions through its timeless verses.
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Juan Cole's translation is praised for its poetic sensitivity and insightful essays, offering an alternative to earlier adaptations like FitzGerald’s, highlighting the secular aspects of Persian culture. Reviews commend the translation as lucid, plain-spoken, and deeply resonant, with a compelling epilogue that enriches the reader’s understanding. Esteemed authors and critics highlight its enduring relevance and grace.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780755600519
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 30 April 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: I.B. Tauris
Contributors:
- Translated by Juan Cole
Audience: Tertiary education
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 12.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 196.0mm
Weight: 209g
Pages: 176
About the Author
Omar Khayyam (1048 - 1131) was a Persian astronomer and mathematician born in Nishapur in northeastern Iran who lived and worked at the courts of the Seljuk dynasty. Modern scholars agree that there is very little (if any) of the collected work of poetry know as the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam that can be certainly attributed to the historical figure. A tradition of attribution grew up in the centuries after Khayyam's death which culminated in Edward Fitzgerald's translation in the 19th Century.
Juan Cole is a public intellectual, prominent blogger and essayist, and the Richard P. Mitchell Collegiate Professor of History at the University of Michigan, USA. He is the translator of Broken Wings and The Vision by Khalil Gibran.
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