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100 1 _aAbu al-Ala al-Maarri,
_d973-1057
245 1 4 _aThe Diwan of Abu'l-Ala
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2004
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2004-08-02
520 _a"The Diwan of Abu'l-Ala" by Henry Baerlein is a collection of poetry originally penned by the renowned Syrian poet Abu'l-Ala al-Maarri during the early medieval period, around the 10th to 11th centuries. This volume serves as a reflection of al-Maarri's life experiences, philosophical musings, and his thoughts on religion, existence, and human nature, all conveyed through his poignant and complex verses. The work explores themes such as the transience of life, the pursuit of wisdom, and a critique of social norms and religious practices. The collection presents a variety of quatrains that capture the essence of al-Maarri's contemplative and sometimes cynical view of the world. With a distinctive style characterized by vivid imagery and thought-provoking metaphors, he addresses key motifs such as the inevitability of death, the burden of existence, and the pursuit of truth amidst life's uncertainties. Al-Maarri’s work is not merely an artistic expression; it is also a profound commentary on the human condition, challenging readers to reflect on their beliefs and the way they live their lives. "The Diwan of Abu'l-Ala" invites readers on a philosophical journey as it encapsulates the depth of al-Maarri's socio-cultural context while remaining relevant to contemporary reflection on existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aArabic poetry -- Translations into English
700 1 _aBaerlein, Henry,
_d1875-1960
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/13086
999 _c54477
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