Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, and Salámán and Absál

This book combines two masterpieces of Persian poetry: Omar Khayyam's Rubaiyat, translated by Edward Fitzgerald, and Salaman and Absal by Jami. Fitzgerald's Rubaiyat is widely regarded as a classic work of English literature, famous for its beautiful and thought-provoking verses about love, life, and mortality. The book also features an essay on Persian poetry by Ralph Waldo Emerson, providing readers with insights into the literary and cultural background of these works. With its timeless themes and elegant language, this collection is a must-read for anyone interested in world literature and the human condition.