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Hafiz And The Divan

2010 Released
46 Pages
1 Hours
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Kessinger PublishingISBN 9781162887920

Hafiz And The Divan is a book written by Charles F. Horne that explores the life and works of the Persian poet Hafiz. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Hafiz's life, including his upbringing, education, and religious beliefs. It also delves into the historical and cultural context in which Hafiz lived and worked, providing readers with a deeper understanding of his poetry.The main focus of the book, however, is Hafiz's Divan, a collection of his poems that is considered one of the greatest works of Persian literature. Horne provides a detailed analysis of the Divan, exploring its themes, structure, and literary techniques. He also includes translations of some of Hafiz's most famous poems, allowing readers to experience the beauty and power of his words firsthand.Overall, Hafiz And The Divan is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian literature, poetry, or culture. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and works of one of the greatest poets of all time, and is sure to inspire and enchant readers with its lyrical prose and insightful analysis.THIS 46 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Medieval Persia, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100049.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.

Hafiz

Háfiz is considered by many to be the greatest of all Sufi poets. Called the "Tongue of the Invisible" and the "Interpreter of Mysteries" he was acclaimed throughout the Islamic world during his lifetime, and remains the most popular poet in Iran today. His work, available in English translation since 1771, has left a profound mark on many Western writers including Thoreau, Emerson, Goethe, W. B. Yeats, Nietzsche, and Rimbaud.

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