The Lover's Rubaiyat (1904)

The Lover's Rubaiyat is a collection of poems written by the famous Persian poet, Omar Khayyam, and translated into English by Edward FitzGerald in 1904. The Rubaiyat is a form of Persian poetry that consists of quatrains, or four-line stanzas, that often explore themes of love, beauty, and the transience of life. In this book, Khayyam's poetry is presented as a guide for lovers, offering insights into the complexities of romantic relationships and the joys and sorrows that come with them. The poems are rich in imagery and metaphor, evoking the beauty of nature, the mysteries of the universe, and the depths of human emotion. The Lover's Rubaiyat is a timeless work that continues to inspire and captivate readers with its lyrical language and profound insights into the human experience. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian poetry, romantic literature, or the art of love.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.