The Rubaiyat of Omar Cayenne

by Gelett Burgess

Book Overview

In this Americanized version of Edward Fitzgerald's classic translation of the Persian poet Omar Khayyam's Rubaiyat, Burgess infuses the original text with his own brand of wit and humor. The result is a delightful romp that manages to capture the essence of the original while remaining thoroughly modern. This book is a must-read for anyone who appreciates poetry, humor, or both.

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• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1021393673
• ISBN13: 9781021393678
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.1" x 9.2"