Literary History of Persia From the Earliest Times Until Firdawsi (To 1000 A.D.)

The classic work on the subject, A Literary History of Persia is still the standard work in the English language on Persia and her literature. It spans four volumes (2,256 pages) and took about twenty-five years to write. Although it concentrates on Persian literature, it also surveys all aspects of Persian culture from Iranian pre-history to the twentieth century. The remarkable freshness and liveliness of Browne's prose will astonish readers. In addition to being a work of reference it is book which may be read strictly for pleasure. J T P De Bruijn's new introduction surveys the history, significance and continued value of the work.Browne, Edward G. is the author of 'Literary History of Persia From the Earliest Times Until Firdawsi (To 1000 A.D.)' with ISBN 9780936347622 and ISBN 0936347627.