Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam translated by Edward Fitzgerald

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam book is a translation of a selection of quatrains (or rubāiyāt) attributed to Omar Khayyam by Edward Fitzgerald in 1859. Omar Khayyam (1048–1131) was a Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet. His poetry, which is often mystic in nature, reflects on life, morality, and the pursuit of knowledge. The Easton Press made these beautiful Collector's Edition books of the 100 Greatest Books Ever Written Series. Each volume has an illustrated frontis of the author, as well as additional internal illustrations or decorations by much loved and honored artists of the 20th Century. The Easton Press is known for its high quality and durable publishing, as well as for their elegance in visual aesthetics. Bound in genuine full leather. Gold accents inlaid for spine & board titling. All page edges are gilded. Moire' silk fabric endpapers and pastedowns. Satin ribbon page marker. Sewn pages, for a more solid binding. Printed on acid-neutral paper. Printed and bound in the USA. Perfect gift for any book reading enthusiasts! In pristine condition Please ask any questions Happy Poshing