The Seven Golden Odes Of Pagan Arabia, Known Also As The Moallakat (1903)

""The Seven Golden Odes of Pagan Arabia, Known Also as The Moallakat"" is a book written by Anne Blunt and published in 1903. The book is a translation of seven pre-Islamic Arabic poems, also known as the Moallakat, which were considered to be some of the greatest literary works of the Arabian Peninsula. The poems were originally composed by seven different poets and were recited annually at the market of Ukaz in pre-Islamic Arabia. The book includes a detailed introduction by the author, providing historical and cultural context for the poems, as well as a translation of each of the seven odes. The poems are known for their vivid imagery, complex metaphors, and powerful emotions, and they provide a valuable insight into the cultural and literary traditions of the Arabian Peninsula before the advent of Islam. Overall, ""The Seven Golden Odes of Pagan Arabia"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in Arabic literature, history, and culture.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.