Umar Khayyam And His Age (1922)

By Otto Rothfield

Book Overview

""Umar Khayyam and His Age"" is a historical book written by Otto Rothfield in 1922. It is a detailed account of the life and times of the famous Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer, Umar Khayyam. The book explores the cultural and political context of Khayyam's life in 11th-century Persia, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the social and intellectual milieu that shaped his ideas and writings. Rothfield delves into Khayyam's poetry, analyzing its themes and motifs, and offers insights into his mathematical and scientific contributions. He also examines the various interpretations of Khayyam's work, including the popularized version of his poetry by Edward FitzGerald. The book is a well-researched and insightful read for anyone interested in Persian history, literature, and science. It sheds light on the rich cultural heritage of Persia, and the intellectual achievements of one of its most celebrated figures.This Book Is In English.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: 1120048559
• ISBN13: 9781120048554
• Release Date: August 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 100 Pages
• Weight: 0.32 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"