Persian Myths and Legends - Tales of Heroes, Gods and Monsters

Author(s): Sahba Shayani (Introduction by); J. K. Jackson (Editor)

Mythology

Gorgeous Collector's Edition. From such texts as the Shah Nameh(the Persian Book of Kings), Masnavi-e Ma'navi, the Anvar-i Suhaylifables and works by the great poet Nizāmī, come ancient tales of a civilization that once stretched across the known world. Find here the wonderful stories of the magical bird the Simurgh, the Seven Labours of Rustem, the evil demon onager-giant Akwán Díw and the tragic romance of Laili and Majnun. Persian literature is amongst the most beautiful and inventive of all cultures, offering a joyful read of creation, love and conquest.


Flame Tree Collector's Editionspresent the foundations of speculative fiction, authors, myths and tales without which the imaginative literature of the twentieth century would not exist, bringing the best, most influential and most fascinating works into a striking and collectable library. Each book features a new introduction and a Glossary of Terms.


Product Information

General Fields

  • : 9781804173251
  • : Flame Tree Publishing
  • : Flame Tree Publishing
  • : 0.33203
  • : 01 January 2023
  • : 2.4 Centimeters X 11 Centimeters X 16.8 Centimeters
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Sahba Shayani (Introduction by); J. K. Jackson (Editor)
  • : Hardback
  • : 22
  • : English
  • : 398.20955
  • : 416