This exhaustive also enthralling study considers the life and work of al-Mutanabbi (915-965). His often regarded as the greatest of the classical Arab poets. A revolutionary at heart and often imprisoned or forced into exile throughout his tumultuous life. Al-Mutanabbi wrote both controversial satires and when employed by one of his many patrons, laudatory panegyrics. Employing an ornate style also use of the ode, al-Mutanabbi was one of the first to successfully move away from the traditionally rigid form of Arabic verse, the ‘qasida’.
Makers of the Muslim World: Al Mutanabbi Voice of Abbasid Poetic Ideal
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This series is devoted to the men and women throughout history who have made a significant contribution to the political, intellectual, and religious landscape of the Muslim world. Each title combines first-rate scholarship with a strong emphasis on readability and will serve as a perfect introduction for laymen and academics alike.
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| Weight | 0.300 kg |
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| Dimensions | 22.2 × 14 × 1.5 cm |
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| Binding | Hardbound |
| ISBN | 9781851684069 |
| Pages | 140 |
| Publisher | One World Academic/ Times Distribution |
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