Selections from the poetry of the Afghans: from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century - Gyan Books

Selections from the poetry of the Afghans: from the sixteenth to the nineteenth century - Gyan Books

About The Book: 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.

Author: Captain H. G. Raverty

Pages: 396

Edition: 1862

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