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Shahnameh: The Persian Book of Kings (Penguin Classics)
The definitive translation by Dick Davis of the great national epic of Iran, Ferdowsi's masterpiece, the Shahnameh, has been newly revised and expanded to be the most complete English-language edition, published as a Penguin Classic.
Dick Davis, widely regarded as "our pre-eminent translator from the Persian" (The Washington Post), has undertaken this task of revising and expanding his acclaimed translation of the Shahnameh, adding more than 100 pages of newly translated text. Davis's elegant combination of prose and verse allows the poetry of the Shahnameh to sing its own tales directly, interspersed sparingly with clearly marked explanations to ease the understanding of modern readers.
Originally composed in the tenth century for the Samanid princes of Khorasan, the Shahnameh is widely recognized as one of the greatest works of world literature. This prodigious narrative recounts the story of pre-Islamic Persia, from the mythical creation of the world and the dawn of Persian civilization through the seventh-century Arab conquest.
The stories of the Shahnameh are deeply embedded in Persian culture and beyond, as evidenced by their appearance in influential works such as The Kite Runner and the love poems of renowned poets like Rumi and Hafez.
For more than sixty-five years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,500 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
In summary, this newly revised and expanded edition of Dick Davis's translation of the Shahnameh, the great national epic of Iran, is a must-read for lovers of classic literature and those interested in exploring the rich cultural heritage of Persia. The Penguin Classics series ensures that this revered work is accessible to a wide audience, offering a seamless reading experience through Davis's masterful combination of prose and verse.
product information:
| Attribute | Value | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| publisher | Penguin Classics; Expanded edition (March 8, 2016) | ||||
| language | English | ||||
| paperback | 1040 pages | ||||
| isbn_10 | 0143108328 | ||||
| isbn_13 | 978-0143108320 | ||||
| item_weight | 1.8 pounds | ||||
| dimensions | 8.5 x 5.43 x 2.42 inches | ||||
| best_sellers_rank | #145,265 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #47 in Middle Eastern Poetry (Books) #143 in Ancient & Classical Poetry #186 in Epic Poetry (Books) | ||||
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