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Persian Letters (The William of Moerbeke Translation Series)
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This translation of Montesquieus unsurpassed epistolary novel, the first to appear in over thirty years, is completely new and aims at being as literal as possible, including pulling no punches with the erotic elements.This means that the translators have attempted to render the same word throughout the work as consistently as good sense allows. Nevertheless, due attention has been paid to the beauty of the literary character of the work.This will be the standard translation for years to come.Persian Letters journeys across the unending landscape of things human, providing readers the opportunity to think through an astonishing number of themes mastery and slavery, jealousy, philosophy and tyranny, selfdeception, commerce, nature and convention, the best life for a human being, vanity, glory, and human sexuality. Given its fascination with the relationship between Islam and the West, and the power of religion in the world generally, the book is especially timely.The volume includes a brilliant introduction by Stuart D. Warner on the philosophical meaning of Persian Letters; a translation of the French index from the 1758 edition, which was the firstever index of the book, as this edition will be the firstever index in English; editorial footnotes to help with historical and literary allusions; and a chart detailing the chronological order of the composition of the letters.
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- Q: What is the main theme of Persian Letters? A: The main theme of Persian Letters revolves around the exploration of human experiences, including mastery, slavery, philosophy, and the complexities of relationships between Islam and the West.
- Q: Who is the author of Persian Letters? A: The author of Persian Letters is Montesquieu, a prominent philosopher and writer.
- Q: What type of book is Persian Letters? A: Persian Letters is an epistolary novel, characterized by its format of letters written between characters, allowing for a unique narrative style.
- Q: When was this translation of Persian Letters published? A: This translation of Persian Letters was published on October 16, 2017.
- Q: What can readers expect from this new translation? A: Readers can expect a literal translation that maintains the essence of the original text, including the erotic elements, while also ensuring literary beauty.
- Q: Does the book include any supplementary materials? A: Yes, the book includes an introduction by Stuart D. Warner, a translation of the French index from the 1758 edition, editorial footnotes, and a chronological chart of the letters.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring a fresh reading experience.
- Q: How many pages does Persian Letters have? A: Persian Letters consists of 360 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition have? A: This edition of Persian Letters is bound in hardcover.
- Q: Is this edition suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this edition is suitable for academic study due to its thorough translation and editorial notes that provide context and insight.