The Shahnameh Volume II: A New English Translation Ferdowsi Hakim Abul-Ghassem
THE SHAHNAMEH was completed in the year 1010 by the Persian poet Ferdowsi. A monumental undertaking encompassing ancient myths, legends, and history, it is one of Iran's most cherished works of…
Specifikacia The Shahnameh Volume II: A New English Translation Ferdowsi Hakim Abul-Ghassem
THE SHAHNAMEH was completed in the year 1010 by the Persian poet Ferdowsi. A monumental undertaking encompassing ancient myths, legends, and history, it is one of Iran's most cherished works of literature. Where in Volume I the action is driven by the heroic feats of the family of Saam, Zaal, and Rostam, Volume II recounts the rise of other valorous characters, such as the members of Goodarz's family, including his sons Giv and Rohaam, and his grandson Bijan. We see the emergence of a powerful Tooran-Zamin with its intricate web of strategic plots, seemingly led by Afraasiyaab but crafted behind the scenes by two important driving forces: Piran and Garsivaz. At some point, Afraasiyaab fears that Siaavoosh and Khosrow pose a threat to his throne and crown. Afraasiyaab subjects them to life-threatening challenges. Not satisfied with the slaying of Siaavoosh by the wicked Garsivaz, the