The Book
In this book, with excerpts from Omar Khayyām’s Rubaiyat, we explore the magnificent legacy of Persia, from the opulent splendour of the Sassanid courts to the exquisite artistry of the Qajar era. This edition introduces a richly annotated chapter dedicated to the Rubaiyats of Omar Khayyam, featuring new translations accompanied by historical and literary context.
The Author
Vladimir Lukonin (1932-1984) stood for two decades at the head of the Hermitage Oriental Department, assisted by his colleague Anatoli Ivanov, lead researcher. He published more than a dozen books, mostly on aspects of Parthian and Sassanian Iran and Central Asia.
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