The Canticle of the Birds: Illustrated Through Persian and Eastern Islamic Art

The Canticle of the Birds: Illustrated Through Persian and Eastern Islamic Art

Farid al-Din ʻAttar, Diane de de Selliers • Editions Diane de Selliers

This edition of Canticle of the Birds: Illustrated Through Persian and Eastern Islamic Art

ISBN-10: 2364370310 · ISBN-13: 978‑2364370319 · 2014

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This exquisite volume presents Farid ud-Din Attar's timeless Sufi masterpiece, 'The Canticle of the Birds,' brought to life through a breathtaking collection of Persian and Eastern Islamic art. Curated by Diane de Selliers, it offers a profound visual journey into the spiritual allegory of the birds' quest for the mythical Simorgh, embodying the soul's search for divine truth. Collectors will appreciate the meticulous reproduction of rare manuscripts and miniatures, making this an essential addition for enthusiasts of Islamic art and literature.

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