Publisher's Synopsis
Specimens of Arabian Poetry: From the Earliest Time to the Extinction of the Khaliphat, with Some Account of the Authors is a book written by Joseph D'Acre Carlyle and published in 1796. The book is a collection of poems from the Arabian peninsula, spanning from ancient times to the end of the Khaliphat, which was the Islamic empire that ruled over the Arab world from the 7th to the 13th century. The book features translations of poems from famous poets such as Imru' al-Qais, Zuhayr bin Abi Sulma, and Abu Nuwas, as well as lesser-known poets. The poems cover a wide range of topics, including love, war, nature, and religion, and offer a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world. In addition to the poems themselves, the book also provides some biographical information about the poets, offering readers a deeper understanding of the historical and cultural context in which the poems were written. Overall, Specimens of Arabian Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Arabic literature and culture, and a fascinating read for anyone curious about the history and traditions of the Arab world.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
