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Exploring the origins of the Persian nation, this classic poem intertwines myth and history, featuring magical creatures, heroic figures, and epic battles. Written over a millennium ago, it serves to preserve Persian cultural identity during times of upheaval. Ahmad Sadri's prose adaptation captures these timeless tales, while stunning illustrations, derived from a wealth of historical manuscripts and miniatures, transform each page into a unique artistic collage, enriching the reading experience with visual splendor.
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Shahnameh, Ferdowsi
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- Released
- 2017
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- Title
- Shahnameh
- Subtitle
- The Epic of the Persian Kings
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Ferdowsi
- Publisher
- WW Norton & Co
- Released
- 2017
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 592
- ISBN13
- 9781631494468
- Category
- Myths / Legends
- Description
- Exploring the origins of the Persian nation, this classic poem intertwines myth and history, featuring magical creatures, heroic figures, and epic battles. Written over a millennium ago, it serves to preserve Persian cultural identity during times of upheaval. Ahmad Sadri's prose adaptation captures these timeless tales, while stunning illustrations, derived from a wealth of historical manuscripts and miniatures, transform each page into a unique artistic collage, enriching the reading experience with visual splendor.