"Shahnameh: The Timeless Epic of Ferdowsi" is a grand exploration of one of Persia's most cherished literary treasures. "Shahnameh" (The Book of Kings) weaves together myth and history, depicting the lives of great kings, warriors, and heroes, from the mythical origins of the Persian Empire to the historical struggles against foreign invaders. Ferdowsi's masterful storytelling captures the valor, wisdom, and tragic flaws of his characters, painting a vivid portrait of a bygone era. Ferdowsi’s poetic genius ensures that the "Shahnameh" remains an enduring symbol of Persian heritage, influencing generations of readers and writers across centuries. For anyone interested in Persian literature, history, or epic storytelling, "Shahnameh: The Timeless Epic of Ferdowsi" is an essential and captivating read.
- Pages: 456
- Book Cover Type: Hardcover with Frame
- Language(s): Persian (Farsi)
- ISBN: 9786227285284
- Genre: Epic Poetry
- Persian Title: شاهنامه فردوسی
I am asked to leave a review, when I already left one: no problem, since it was all satisfactory enough.
It is a very uncommon edition to find, particularly in the West, let alone through Western sites: illustrated edition of Ferdowsi’s ‘Shahnameh’ in nastaliq.
The whole experience run quite smoothly on my side but, since I paid through PayPal, the sellers in Iran had to be patient enough to wait for the full couple of days for the transaction to appear on record;
the only slight quirk I suffered during the seventeen days it took for the order to reach Barcelona from South Iran was the somewhat confusing tracking information during the early days.
Some other customer might get mad at the fact that the hinges seemed to have somewhat suffered during the handling but, in my case, that does not reach even minor issue level: what I had asked for looks the way I expected, and arrived in perfect condition.
Many thanks.
Carles