02261cam a22003133u 4500 56248 UtSlPG 20260610134309.0 m cr n 260607r2017||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 13014671 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PK Reed, Elizabeth A. (Elizabeth Armstrong), 1842-1915 Persian Literature, Ancient and Modern Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2017 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2017-12-24 Produced by KD Weeks, David Starner, The Internet Archive/American Libraries and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from images made available by the HathiTrust Digital Library.) "Persian Literature, Ancient and Modern" by Elizabeth A. Reed is a comprehensive historical account of Persian literature written in the late 19th century. The work explores the origins, evolution, and significant milestones of Persian literary traditions from ancient times through to modernity, delving into both poetry and prose. Reed organizes the content into chronological divisions, highlighting key periods, influential works, and notable figures in Persian literature. The opening of the book sets a scholarly tone, addressing the historical foundations of Persian literature. Reed speaks to how Persian literary culture developed from the influences of ancient civilizations, such as Babylon and Assyria, and describes the interplay between conquest and cultural assimilation that enriched the Persian literary landscape. She introduces the origins of early Persian texts, discusses the significance of the Zend-Avesta, and points out the role of mythology and epic narratives, emphasizing how these aspects continue to shape modern Persian literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Persian literature -- History and criticism https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/56248 97079 97079