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100 1 _aSadi
245 1 4 _aThe Persian Literature, Comprising The Shah Nameh, The Rubaiyat, The Divan, and The Gulistan, Volume 2
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aVolume 2 contains only The Gulistan.
500 _aRelease date is 2004-07-30
508 _aE-text prepared by Juliet Sutherland, Karen Lofstrom, and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"The Persian Literature" comprising "The Shah Nameh," "The Rubaiyat," "The Divan," and "The Gulistan," is a collection of classical Persian literary works that vividly embodies the depth of Persian poetry and prose, compiled in the early 20th century. This anthology includes notable pieces by eminent Persian poets like Sa'di, whose work often blends moral lessons with intricate storytelling, reflecting the zeitgeist of their times. Overall, the collection showcases themes of heroism, love, social justice, and philosophical musings, inviting readers into the rich tapestry of Persian culture and thought. At the start of the "Gulistan" by Sa'di, readers are introduced to a series of moral tales, aphorisms, and anecdotes that emphasize the virtues and failings of both rulers and their subjects. The opening chapter delves into the customs of kings, illustrating the nuances of power through vivid examples, including a tale of a king who shows mercy to a wrongdoer after being swayed by a wise vizir's intercession. Sa'di's narrative not only entertains but also imparts wisdom regarding compassion, governance, and the essence of human dignity, establishing a foundation for readers to explore the intricate relationships between authority, justice, and morality throughout the text. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aPersian literature -- Translations into English
700 1 _aRoss, James,
_d1759-1831
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13060
999 _c54454
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