Edward Fitzgerald's translation of a selection of poems originally written by Omar Khayyam was originally published in 1859. Here, a selection is read by Alfred Drake.
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"I understand that the translation doesn't adhere to closely to the original, but I can't read the original, so can't compare myself. Still, the 1859 translation feels remarkably current in my 2011 reading. Very enjoyable collection of short, linked, rhyming verses. " — Joanna (5 out of 5 stars)
"I understand that the translation doesn't adhere to closely to the original, but I can't read the original, so can't compare myself. Still, the 1859 translation feels remarkably current in my 2011 reading. Very enjoyable collection of short, linked, rhyming verses. "
" I imagine the Dude from Big Lebowski reciting this to me. It works, man. "
" The language is a little confusing at first, but it's a nice read once you get into it. "
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