The Penguin anthology of classical Arabic literature
2006
Books
Spanning the fifth century to the 16th, & ranging from Afghanistan to Spain, this collection provides an insight into the vitality of classical Arabic literature. It explores such traditional themes as lovesick yearning & fated doom, & considers subjects such as the etiquette of falling in love with slave-girls.
Main title:
The Penguin anthology of classical Arabic literature / selected by Robert Irwin.
Author:
Imprint:
London : Penguin, 2006.
Collation:
462 p. ; 20 cm.
Notes:
Translated from the Arabic.
ISBN:
9780141441887 (pbk)
Dewey class:
892.708
Language:
EnglishArabic
Added title:
BRN:
1574212
Bookmark link:
More Information:
