On The History, System, And Varieties Of Turkish Poetry (1879) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781168833266)

On The History, System, And Varieties Of Turkish Poetry is a book written by James William Redhouse and originally published in 1879. The book is a comprehensive study of Turkish poetry, covering its history, system, and various forms. Redhouse's work is considered a seminal work in the field of Turkish literature and is still widely referenced and studied today.The book is divided into several sections, each exploring a different aspect of Turkish poetry. The first section provides an overview of the history of Turkish poetry, tracing its roots back to the pre-Islamic era and following its development through the Ottoman Empire. Redhouse also explores the influences of Arabic and Persian poetry on Turkish poetry.The second section of the book focuses on the system of Turkish poetry, including its meter, rhyme, and structure. Redhouse provides detailed explanations of the various forms of Turkish poetry, including the ghazal, qasida, rubai, and mesnevi.The final section of the book examines the varieties of Turkish poetry, including religious poetry, love poetry, and satirical poetry. Redhouse provides examples of each type of poetry and analyzes their themes and styles.Throughout the book, Redhouse provides translations of Turkish poems and discusses their literary and cultural significance. He also includes a glossary of Turkish literary terms and a bibliography of works on Turkish poetry.Overall, On The History, System, And Varieties Of Turkish Poetry is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Turkish literature or poetry in general. Redhouse's thorough analysis and detailed explanations make this book a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: James William Redhouse
ISBN-10: 1168833264
ISBN-13: 9781168833266
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 66
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.31d