Description
Rubaiyat
Book Summary
Fernando Pessoa, one of the most essential names in universal poetry, offers in this work a personal reinterpretation of the famous Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. Inspired by Fitzgerald's English edition, Pessoa embarks on a new poetic adventure that takes shape in this bilingual edition, which gathers the first Spanish translation of the definitive Portuguese version. The reader will find a dialogue between two great poetic traditions, where the voice of the Portuguese poet merges with Persian wisdom to create a work of profound beauty and reflection.
What is it about?
This volume brings together the translation that Fernando Pessoa made of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, based on the famous English version by Edward Fitzgerald. Far from being a mere transcription, Pessoa leaves his personal mark, transforming these poems into a unique lyrical experience. The work poses a meditation on the transience of life, love, wine, and destiny, universal themes that the poet approaches with a sensitivity that transcends cultures and eras. It is, in essence, the encounter of two poetic souls across time and language.
Main themes
- The reinterpretation of Persian poetry through 20th-century Portuguese sensibility.
- Reflection on the passage of time and the brevity of existence.
- Philosophical hedonism as a response to the uncertainty of destiny.
- Intercultural dialogue between East and West through lyric poetry.
- The posthumous work and inexhaustible legacy of Fernando Pessoa.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in universal poetry, especially those who admire the work of Fernando Pessoa and wish to explore lesser-known facets of his production. It is also ideal for those seeking a literary approach to the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, as well as for scholars of poetic translation and cultural exchange between literary traditions.
What this book offers
- Access to a unique version of the Rubaiyat, mediated by the genius of Fernando Pessoa.
- A bilingual edition that allows for appreciation of the original text in Portuguese and its translation into Spanish.
- The possibility of discovering a posthumous work that expands knowledge of the Portuguese poet's legacy.
- A reading experience that combines philosophical depth with the formal beauty of poetry.
Technical specifications
- Author: Pessoa, Fernando
- Publisher: El Gallo de Oro Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Poetry, Poetry by individual poets
- Collection: Gallo Rojo Poesia Otros Idiomas
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: October 2015
- Number of pages: 184
- Weight: 274 g
Editorial review
This edition of Fernando Pessoa's Rubaiyat represents a valuable opportunity to delve into one of the least disseminated aspects of his work. The Spanish translation, carried out from the definitive Portuguese edition, offers a reliable and careful text, while the bilingual format enriches the experience of the reader interested in comparative poetry. It is a publication that will interest both followers of Pessoa and lovers of classical Persian poetry for its ability to build bridges between two literary worlds.