Selections from the poetry of the Afghans: from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century

Here's a copy of Selections from the poetry of the Afghans by Captain H. G. Raverty – a copy shipped free from our Denver warehouse. Runs to about 396 pages, so it's the sort of book that's just as happy on a coffee table as on a shelf.

What it's about

Selections from the Poetry of the Afghans (1862) by Captain Henry George Raverty is a comprehensive collection of Afghan poetry, spanning from the 16th to the 19th century. Raverty, a British army officer and linguist, meticulously compiled this anthology to showcase the rich literary traditions of Afghanistan. The work includes both prose and poetic selections, offering insights into the cultural, social, and philosophical themes prevalent in Afghan literature. Raverty’s scholarly approach to translating and preserving these works provides a valuable resource for understanding the historical and linguistic context of Afghan poetry during this period.

Book details

• Author: Captain H. G. Raverty
• Format: Paperback & Hardcover
• Pages: 396
• Publisher: Gyan Books
• Published: 1862

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Selections from the poetry of the Afghans is written by Captain H. G. Raverty.

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