Omar Khayyam possessed such a diverse talents that back in the 19th century in Europe, who met his heritage later, they seriously believed that there were once two khayaim. One, wise, wrote treatises in mathematics, astronomy and philosophy. Another, windy lover of carnal pleasures, composed poems. In fact, the scientist and the poet united in one person. Giving tribute to Khayyam’s scientific works, it should still be recognized that today their study is the destiny of specialists. But the poems have truly gained universal recognition, entered the gold treasury of world culture.
“Omar Khayyam was a man. There is no need to make him a drunkard or a womanizer in the style of French novels. He was the same as all of us: sometimes froze and hunger? Sometimes he lived beautifully, thought a lot and worked a lot” (R. Dashnaki). The fruits of thoughts and passions of Omar Khayyam in front of you. Enjoy …
Author
Hayam Omar
Editor
Andreev V.
Translator
EUSA Irina
Publisher
AST, 2014
12+
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