Shahnameh for Everyone: Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh in Persian and English
Shahnameh for Everyone: Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh in Persian and English brings one of the most treasured literary works of Persian heritage into a format that’s both approachable and universal. This edition transforms the poetic complexity of the original Shahnameh into engaging prose, making the stories of ancient Persia accessible to a modern global audience.
As a standout entry in the Persian Books category, this adaptation preserves the heart of Ferdowsi’s work while creating space for a broader readership. From the mythical rule of Kayumars to the symbolic rise of Nowruz, the stories retain their moral gravity, emotional depth, and allegorical richness.
Shahnameh for Everyone: Ferdowsi’s Shahnameh in Persian and English Details:
Author: Abolqasem Ferdowsi
Title: Shahnameh for Everyone: Bilingual Edition
Language: Persian and English
Genre: Persian Epic / Mythological Literature
Cover Type: Paperback
Page Count: 198 pages
Format Size: Standard Octavo (Requaei)
Text Format: Dual-language (Persian-English), prose adaptation
A Bridge Across Cultures and Centuries
This bilingual edition is not just a translation—it is a cultural bridge. By presenting the Shahnameh side by side in Persian and English, the book honors Ferdowsi’s mission of preserving the Persian language and identity while opening its magic to non-Persian speakers.
Epic Tales of Courage and Cosmic Order
Each chapter echoes timeless themes—justice, fate, love, sacrifice, and the eternal clash between good and evil. These are not just historical narratives, but mirrors of human nature and the archetypal struggle for meaning and legacy.
Thoughtfully Designed for Accessibility
With clear formatting and fluid narration, this edition ensures that both casual readers and dedicated scholars can appreciate the profound symbolism and mythic structure of Persia’s national epic. It is a celebration of literary endurance and a tool for cultural continuity.
