EPIGRAMS. From the Persian by Thomas James Wise
Epigrams from the Persian is a collection of epigrams translated from the Persian language by Thomas James Wise. The epigrams are taken from the works of the Persian poets Saadi, Hafiz, and Jami, and are presented in both the original Persian and English translations. The epigrams are divided into sections based on the poet, and each section is prefaced with a brief biography of the poet. The epigrams cover a wide range of topics, from love and friendship to philosophy and religion. The book also includes a brief introduction to the history and culture of Persia.
By Thomas James Wise · First published 1913 · Genre: Poetry, Classical Literature, Non-Fiction · 683 words
First lines
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Hear what once the pigmy clever / To the stupid giant said: / Things are not of highest value / Which do highest rear their head; / The sluggish horse is nothing better / Than the donkey lowest bred.
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Genres
- Poetry — The title of the book, 'Epigrams', implies that the book is composed of short, witty poems or verses.
- Classical Literature — The book is from the Persian, implying that it is a collection of classical literature from the Persian culture.
- Non-Fiction — The book is likely a collection of factual information, as it is not a novel or story.
Tags
English poetry · beggar · bread · cat · dead · devout · er · every · five · foe · friend · get
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- Work type: Essay
- Author: Thomas James Wise
- Date: 1913 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Poetry, Classical Literature, Non-Fiction
- Length: 683 words
- Structure: 1 section, 26 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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