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Sohrab Sepehri

    October 7, 1928 – April 21, 1980
    Die azurblauen Zeilen
    کتاب هشت کتاب .Ketab hsht ketab
    Todo nada, todo mirada
    The Eight Books
    Water's Footfall
    • 2021

      The Eight Books

      A Complete English Translation

      • 432 pages
      • 16 hours of reading

      Focusing on Sohrab Sepehri's modernist approach, this complete English translation of his work features the original Persian text alongside the translated version for easy reference. The introduction provides context about Sepehri's significance in literature, enhancing the reader's understanding of his themes and style. This dual-language format allows for a deeper appreciation of the nuances in his poetry.

      The Eight Books
    • 2011

      Water's Footfall

      • 52 pages
      • 2 hours of reading

      Sohrab Sepehri, a modernist Muslim from Iran, intertwines spirituality with nature, viewing the black stone of the Kaaba as a source of illumination within flowers. His work reflects a unique blend of cultural heritage and personal belief, exploring themes of faith and the beauty of the natural world. Sepehri's perspective offers a profound connection between the sacred and the everyday, inviting readers to contemplate the deeper meanings of existence through his poetic lens.

      Water's Footfall