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Nizami: Maxims
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Nizami: Maxims Translation & Introduction Paul Smith Nizami (D. 1208) Is A True Sufi Master Poet Who Is Most Famous For His Six Books In Masnavi Form: The Treasury Of The Mysteries, Layla And Majnun, Khrosrau And Shirin, The Seven Portraits And His Two Books On Alexander. He Also Composed A Divan Of Approximately 20,Ooo Couplets Mostly In Ghazals And Rubais Tragically Only 200 Couplets Survive. His Influence On Attar, Rumi, Sadi, Hafiz, Jami, Shakespeare And Others That Followed Was Profound. Included In The Introduction On The Life, Times & Poetry Of Nizami Includes Chapters On His Six Masnavis And His Divan, And On The Various Forms Of Poetry He Used And A Selected Bibliography. The Correct Rhymestructure Has Been Kept As Well As The Beauty And Meaning Of These Wonderful Twoline Maxims That Are Not Only Profound, But Also Simple. Illustrated 214 Pages. Comments On Paul Smiths Translation Of Hafizs Divan.It Is Not A Joke... The English Version Of All The Ghazals Of Hafiz Is A Great Feat And Of Paramount Importance. I Am Astonished. If He Comes To Iran I Will Kiss The Fingertips That Wrote Such A Masterpiece Inspired By The Creator Of All And I Will Lay Down My Head At His Feet Out Of Respect. Dr. Mir Mohammad Taghavi (Dr. Of Literature) Tehran.Superb Translations. 99% Hafiz 1% Paul Smith. Ali Akbar Shapurzman, Translator Into Persian And Knower Of Hafizs Divan Off By Heart.Smith Has Probably Put Together The Greatest Collection Of Literary Facts And History Concerning Hafiz. Daniel Ladinsky (Penguin Books Author). I Was Very Impressed With The Beauty Of These Books. Dr. R.K. Barz. Faculty Of Asian Studies, Australian National University. Paul Smith (B. 1945) Is A Poet, Author And Translator Of Many Books Of Sufi Poets Of The Persian, Arabic, Urdu, Turkish, Pashtu And Other Languages Including Hafiz, Sadi, Nizami, Rumi, Attar, Sanai, Jahan Khatun, Obeyd Zakani, Nesimi, Kabir, Anvari, Ansari, Jami, Khayyam, Rudaki, Yunus Emre, Lalla Ded, And Many Others, As Well As Poetry, Fiction, Plays, Biographies, Childrens Books And 12 Screenplays. New Humanity Books Amazon.Com/Author/Smithpa
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Nizami's Maxims? A: The main theme of Nizami's Maxims revolves around profound wisdom, love, and the spiritual journey, reflecting the essence of Sufi philosophy.
- Q: Who is the author of this translation of Nizami's Maxims? A: The translation of Nizami's Maxims is done by Paul Smith, a noted poet and translator of Sufi literature.
- Q: How many pages does Nizami: Maxims have? A: Nizami: Maxims contains 286 pages, providing a comprehensive exploration of Nizami's poetic wisdom.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: Nizami: Maxims is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and convenient for readers.
- Q: When was Nizami: Maxims published? A: Nizami: Maxims was published on December 9, 2012.
- Q: Is Nizami: Maxims suitable for beginners in Sufi poetry? A: Yes, Nizami: Maxims is suitable for beginners as it includes an introduction that provides context about Nizami's life and poetry.
- Q: What makes Paul Smith's translation notable? A: Paul Smith's translation is notable for maintaining the original rhyme structure and beauty of Nizami's maxims, making them accessible to English readers.
- Q: Does Nizami: Maxims include illustrations? A: Yes, Nizami: Maxims includes illustrations that complement the text and enhance the reading experience.
- Q: What is the significance of Nizami in Persian literature? A: Nizami is significant in Persian literature for his masterful storytelling and the depth of his Sufi themes, influencing many poets, including Rumi and Hafiz.
- Q: Can I find a bibliography in Nizami: Maxims? A: Yes, Nizami: Maxims includes a selected bibliography that provides further reading on Nizami and Sufi poetry.