Routledge In Search of Omar Khayyam - Iran Library Edition

Explore the life and legacy of one of history's most debated figures with In Search of Omar Khayyam. Published as part of the Routledge Library Editions: Iran, this work provides a unique perspective on the poet and scholar. Since Edward Fitzgerald released his version of the Rubaiyat in 1859, literary critics have frequently speculated about the true nature of Khayyam's work. This edition offers a rare opportunity for English readers to study Khayyam through the lens of a Persian scholar. Because there is no conclusive evidence to determine which specific quatrains are authentic, author Ali Dashti uses a careful method to reconstruct the poet's identity. By examining references from contemporary writers and analyzing Khayyam's own contributions to philosophy, mathematics, and astronomy, Dashti builds a portrait of the man behind the poetry. This book is an essential resource for those interested in Persian history, literature, and the complex reality of a historical figure whose work continues to fascinate the world.