Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient Arabia; The Hanged Poems; The Koran (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169350366)

Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East is a comprehensive book that delves into the ancient literature of Arabia and the Middle East. The book is divided into three parts, each exploring a different aspect of early literature. The first part focuses on Ancient Arabia, examining the poetry and prose of the pre-Islamic period. The second part explores The Hanged Poems, a collection of ancient Arabic poetry that was recited by Bedouin tribes. The final part of the book is dedicated to The Koran, the holy book of Islam. The author, Charles F. Horne, provides a detailed analysis of each of these texts, offering historical context and cultural insights. Horne's writing is accessible and engaging, making this book an excellent resource for anyone interested in the literature and culture of the Middle East. Overall, Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East is a valuable addition to any library, offering a fascinating glimpse into the rich literary traditions of the ancient Middle East.The Last Semitic Conquerors; The Sudden Blossoming of their Literature; The Genius of Arabic Literature; The Hanged Poems; The Koran.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: Charles F. Horne
ISBN-10: 1169350364
ISBN-13: 9781169350366
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 486
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.32lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.06d