The Epic of Kings - Couverture rigide

Firdausi

Couverture rigide

ISBN 10 : 1161462430 ISBN 13 : 9781161462432

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

The Epic of Kings is an epic poem written by the Persian poet, Firdausi, in the 10th century. It is considered one of the greatest works of Persian literature and tells the story of ancient Persia, from the creation of the world to the Islamic conquest in the 7th century.The poem is divided into 62 chapters, each telling a different story or legend. It begins with the story of the creation of the world and the first king of Persia, Keyumars. The poem then follows the line of kings, including Jamshid, Zahhak, and Fereydun, who each face their own challenges and battles.The most famous section of the poem is the story of Rostam and his son Sohrab. Rostam is a legendary warrior who fights for Persia and is known for his strength and bravery. Sohrab, his son, is raised by the enemy and becomes a great warrior himself. When they meet on the battlefield, they do not realize they are father and son and engage in a tragic battle.The Epic of Kings is not only a work of literature but also a historical document, as it provides insight into the culture, religion, and values of ancient Persia. It is also a testament to the importance of storytelling in Persian culture and has been passed down through generations.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.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Thank you for checking out this book by Theophania Publishing. We appreciate your business and look forward to serving you soon. We have thousands of titles available, and we invite you to search for us by name, contact us via our website, or download our most recent catalogues. KAIUMERS first sat upon the throne of Persia, and was master of the world. He took up his abode in the mountains, and clad himself and his people in tiger-skins, and from him sprang all kindly nurture and the arts of clothing, till then unknown. Men and beasts from all parts of the earth came to do him homage and receive laws at his hands, and his glory was like to the sun. Then Ahriman the Evil, when he saw how the Shah’s honour was increased, waxed envious, and sought to usurp the diadem of the world. So he bade his son, a mighty Deev, gather together an army to go out against Kaiumers and his beloved son Saiamuk and destroy them utterly. Now the Serosch, the angel who defendeth men from the snares of the Deevs, and who each night flieth seven times around the earth that he may watch over the children of Ormuzd, when he learned this, appeared like unto a Peri and warned Kaiumers. So when Saiamuk set forth at the head of his warriors to meet the army of Ahriman, he knew that he was contending against a Deev, and he put forth all his strength. But the Deev was mightier than he, and overcame him, and crushed him under his hands.

Présentation de l'éditeur

KAIUMERS first sat upon the throne of Persia, and was master of the world. He took up his abode in the mountains, and clad himself and his people in tiger-skins, and from him sprang all kindly nurture and the arts of clothing, till then unknown. Men and beasts from all parts of the earth came to do him homage and receive laws at his hands, and his glory was like to the sun. Then Ahriman the Evil, when he saw how the Shah’s honour was increased, waxed envious, and sought to usurp the diadem of the world. So he bade his son, a mighty Deev, gather together an army to go out against Kaiumers and his beloved son Saiamuk and destroy them utterly. Now the Serosch, the angel who defendeth men from the snares of the Deevs, and who each night flieth seven times around the earth that he may watch over the children of Ormuzd, when he learned this, appeared like unto a Peri and warned Kaiumers. So when Saiamuk set forth at the head of his warriors to meet the army of Ahriman, he knew that he was contending against a Deev, and he put forth all his strength. But the Deev was mightier than he, and overcame him, and crushed him under his hands.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing
• Date d'édition: 2010
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1161462430
• ISBN 13: 9781161462432
• Reliure: Relié
• Nombre de pages: 202
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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