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Shahnameh : the epic of the Persian kings

text Shahnameh : the epic of the Persian kings

Summary

A collection of stories and myths from ancient Iran filled with kings, heroes, princesses, magical animals, and demons. Written as an epic poem by the poet Ferdowsi in the 10th century and retold here in prose.

Contents
The kings of yore: Kayumars to Zahhak -- A world divided: sons of Feraydun -- A love that triumphed: Zaul and Rudabeh -- A hero is born: Rostam -- The follies of a king: Kay Kavous -- A tragedy of errors: Rostam and Sohrab -- The martyred prince: ... Read more
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Description
xvii, 570 p. : ill (chiefly col.), map ; 32 cm.
Publisher
The Quantuck Lane Press 2013

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Woodmere (Main Branch) OVS 891.5534 SAD in Oversize Available

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