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'Drunk or sober, king or soldier, none will be excluded' Sensual, profound, delighted, wise, Hafez's poems have enchanted their readers for more than 600 years. One of the greatest figures of world literature, he remains today the most popular poet in modern Iran. Introducing Little Black Classics: 80 books for Penguin's 80th birthday. Little Black Classics celebrate the huge range and diversity of Penguin Classics, with books from around the world and across many centuries. They take us from a balloon ride over Victorian London to a garden of blossom in Japan, from Tierra del Fuego to 16th century California and the Russian steppe. Here are stories lyrical and savage; poems epic and intimate; essays satirical and inspirational; and ideas that have shaped the lives of millions. Rumi (1207-73). Rumi's Selected Poems is available in Penguin Classics.

The great national epic of Persia is presented in the most complete English-language edition and definitive translation by Dick Davis, available in a deluxe edition by Penguin Classics. The stories of the Shahnameh have deeply influenced cultures wherever Persian influence has spread, evident in works like The Kite Runner and the poetry of Rumi and Hafez. Composed by Ferdowsi in the late tenth century, this monumental narrative recounts the pre-Islamic history of Iran, from the mythic creation to the Arab invasion of the seventh century. Its grandeur and psychological depth are remarkable, featuring classic tales such as the tragedy of Rostam and Sohrab. Dick Davis, described as “our pre-eminent translator from the Persian” (Washington Post), offers a comprehensive translation that beautifully combines prose and verse, allowing the poetry to resonate while providing modern readers with clear explanations. For over seventy years, Penguin has led in publishing classic literature in English, offering more than 1,700 titles that form a global bookshelf of history's best works. Readers rely on this series for authoritative texts, enhanced by introductions and notes from distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, along with up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.