Dissertations On The Rhetoric, Prosody, And Rhyme Of The Persians (1801)

By Francis Gladwin

Book Overview

""Dissertations On The Rhetoric, Prosody, And Rhyme Of The Persians"" is a book written by Francis Gladwin and published in 1801. The book is a collection of essays that explore the Persian language and its poetic traditions. Gladwin, who was a British orientalist and translator, delves into the intricacies of Persian poetry, examining the use of rhetoric, prosody, and rhyme in the works of Persian poets.The book is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the use of rhetoric in Persian poetry, exploring the various techniques used by Persian poets to convey their messages effectively. The second part deals with the prosody of Persian poetry, examining the different meters and rhythms used in Persian poetry. The third part of the book is devoted to the study of rhyme in Persian poetry, exploring the various types of rhyme used by Persian poets.Gladwin's ""Dissertations On The Rhetoric, Prosody, And Rhyme Of The Persians"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Persian poetry and language. The book provides a detailed analysis of the key elements of Persian poetry, shedding light on the techniques used by Persian poets to create their masterpieces. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the rich cultural heritage of Persia and its contribution to the world of poetry.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1436823722
• ISBN13: 9781436823722
• Release Date: June 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.3" x 11.0"