The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

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Celebrated for its captivating verses, this collection features quatrains by Omar Khayyam, a renowned Persian astronomer and mathematician from the 11th century. Though his poetry gained little recognition during his lifetime, Edward Fitzgerald's English translation in 1859 brought it to classic status. Khayyam's work explores themes of life's beauty, humor, and impermanence, appealing to poetry lovers. This edition includes the cherished first and fifth editions, complete with Fitzgerald's original notes and introduction, printed on premium acid-free paper.