Wine of Wisdom: The Life, Poetry and Philosophy of Omar Khayyam (Revised)

Representative of the exotic and erotic east, enemy of Christianity, prophet of hedonism, champion of free thinkers, Omar Khayyam and his Ruba'iyyat have been the stuff of legend for centuries. Nourished by an admiration of Khayyam that has been with him since childhood, Aminrazavi's comprehensive new biography reintroduces the figure of Khayyam, and his great achievements, to the Western world. Blending a readable and accessible narrative with scholarly ambition and years of research, Aminrazavi's work covers not only Khayyam's well-known poetry, but also his extraordinary life, his neglected philosophical writings and the impact of his work in the West. It features a variety of supporting material, including original translations and the full text of Fitzgerald's Rubaiyyat, and will prove an ideal introduction not only for those who want to know more about the poets inspired by Rumi, but also for students on a variety of humanities and Middle-East related courses.

Author: Mehdi Aminrazavi
Publisher: ONEWorld Publications
Published: 05/01/2007
Pages: 400
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.26lbs
Size: 8.80h x 5.84w x 1.23d
ISBN13: 9781851685042
ISBN10: 1851685049
BISAC Categories:
- Biography & Autobiography | Literary Figures
- Biography & Autobiography | Philosophers

About the Author
Author Mehdi Aminrazavi is Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Co-Director of the Center for Asian Studies at Mary Washington College, Fredericksburg, Virginia, US.

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