A Literary History Of Persia: From Firdawsi To Sadi (1906) - Paperback

""A Literary History of Persia: From Firdawsi to Sadi"" is a comprehensive book written by Edward Granville Browne and first published in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the literary history of Persia, covering a period of over a thousand years, from the 10th century to the 17th century. The author examines the works of the most prominent Persian poets and writers, including Firdawsi, Rumi, Hafiz, and Saadi, and analyzes their impact on Persian literature and culture.Browne's book is divided into four main sections, each of which covers a distinct period in Persian literary history. The first section focuses on the pre-Islamic period, while the second section covers the Islamic period from the 7th century to the 10th century. The third section examines the period from the 10th century to the 14th century, which is considered the golden age of Persian literature. The final section covers the period from the 14th century to the 17th century, which saw the decline of Persian literature.Throughout the book, Browne provides detailed analyses of the works of various Persian poets and writers, including their themes, styles, and influences. He also discusses the historical and cultural context in which these works were produced, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the literary and cultural landscape of Persia.Overall, ""A Literary History of Persia: From Firdawsi to Sadi"" is a seminal work in the field of Persian literature, providing readers with a comprehensive overview of the development of Persian literature over a period of over a thousand years. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in Persian literature, culture, and history.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.