The Gulistan: Being The Rose Garden Of Shaikh Sa'di, The First Four Babs Or Gateways (1899)
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ISBN10: 1437218350
ISBN13: 9781437218350
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 27 2008
Pages: 244
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781437218350
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Oct 27 2008
Pages: 244
Weight: 1.16
Height: 0.69 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Gulistan is a literary masterpiece written by the renowned Persian poet Shaikh Sa'di. The book is a collection of stories and poems that convey timeless wisdom and moral lessons. It is divided into eight chapters, each of which deals with a different theme such as love, justice, and the importance of education.The first four chapters of the book are known as the Babs or Gateways and are considered to be the most important. They cover topics such as the importance of self-reflection, the value of good deeds, the dangers of greed, and the benefits of humility.The stories and poems in The Gulistan are written in a simple yet profound style that makes them accessible to readers of all ages and backgrounds. They are filled with humor, wit, and wisdom, and are often told in the form of parables or allegories.This 1899 edition of The Gulistan includes a translation of the original Persian text by James Ross, as well as an introduction by the translator that provides historical and cultural context for the book. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Persian literature, philosophy, or spirituality.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.
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