Poems from the Divan of Hafiz: Poetry Guide and Free Edition
Poems from the Divan of Hafiz: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Poems from the Divan of Hafiz is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Ḥāfiẓ, active 14th century. The listed translation credits are Bell, Gertrude Lowthian (1868–1926).
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"Poems from the Divan of Hafiz" by Hafiz is a collection of poems compiled in the late 14th century. This divān contains mostly Persian verses, with ghazals forming its centerpiece alongside qasidas, quatrains, and other poetic forms. Hafiz's work demonstrates masterful imagination and linguistic artistry, profoundly influencing Persian literature. The collection survives in roughly 1,700 manuscripts scattered across continents, making it one of the most copied literary works in history. His verses remain woven into everyday Iranian conversation, reflecting an enduring cultural presence that spans centuries.
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- Title: Poems from the Divan of Hafiz
- Author credits: Ḥāfiẓ, active 14th century
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Bell, Gertrude Lowthian (1868–1926)
Catalogue subjects
- Persian poetry -- Translations into English
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- Category: Poetry
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