An anthology of Arabic literature : from the classical to the modern /
selected and translated by Tarif Khalidi.
- xix, 166 pages ; 25 cm
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Covers a wide thematic and chronological spread that includes both verse and prose. Contains newly-translated texts on a range of subjects such as the occult sciences, heresy, psychological reflections, literary theory, sexual etiquette, man and nature, geographical observations, and reflections on world history. Includes extracts from philosophers, theologians and scientists. Provides marginal glosses to explain key terms, figures and moments.