
Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám (Fitzgerald 5th edition)
by Omar Khayyam
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The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is a collection of philosophical poems exploring the nature of life, death, and the search for meaning. Written in the form of quatrains, these verses offer a unique blend of skepticism, acceptance, and contemplation. Omar Khayyám, a 11th-century Persian scholar and poet, grapples with the limits of human knowledge, the fleeting nature of existence, and the struggle to reconcile reason with sensuality. He questions the nature of God and the purpose of life, prompting readers to consider their own mortality and the meaning they find in their existence. Fitzgerald's translation, especially his fifth edition, captures the beauty and depth of Khayyám's original work, making it accessible to a wider audience. It is a timeless work that continues to resonate with readers centuries later.Book Details
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Omar Khayyam was a Persian polymath, mathematician, astronomer, philosopher, and poet. He was born in Neyshabur, in northeastern Persia, and was contemporary with the rule of the Seljuks around the ti...
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