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Yaseri, Basim Abud

Ash'ar ahl al-Yaman fi al-'Asr al-Umawi : Darasah Naqdiyah أشعار أهل اليمن في العصر الأموي

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 6570
Topic: Studies - Arabic Poetry - Yemen
Abstract: "Poetry Of Yemen Umayyad Period : A Critical Study" , in the Arabic language, by Basim Abood al-Yaseri
$15.00
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Badawi al-Jabal / Hisham Othman

Badawi al-Jabal: Athar wa Qasaid Majhulah بدوي الجبل آثار وقصائد مجهولة

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2625
Topic: Critique - Poetry - Syria
Abstract: Criticism and interpretation of the works of the great Syrian poet Badawi al Jabal (1905-1981). Badawi adhered to the old school of Arabic poetry, upholding the classical mode.
$22.00
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Abu Firas al-Hamdani (320/932 - 357/968)

Dewan Abi Faras Hamadani ديوان أبو فراس الحمداني

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2524
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Poetry in the Arabic language by Abu Faras al-Hamadani (320/932 - 357/968), with editing by Abdul Rahman al-Mustawi.
$9.00
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Abu Firas al-Hamdani (320/932 - 357/968)

Dewan Abi Firas ديوان ابي فراس

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14192
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical poetry collection by Abi Firas al-Hamdani (320/932 - 357/968), the 10th Century poet and warrior. Coming from a noble family, Abi Firas was extolled for his bravery and generosity. He was twice imprisoned by the Byzantines. His poetry expresses the Arab ideal of chivalry.
$18.00
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Abu Firas al-Hamdani (320/932 - 357/968)

Dewan Abi Firas al-Hamdani ديوان ابي فراس الحمداني

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14196
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical poetry of Abi Firas al-Hamdani (320/932 - 357/968), the 10th Century poet and warrior. Coming from a noble family, Abi Firas was extolled for his bravery and generosity. He was twice imprisoned by the Byzantines. His poetry expresses the Arab ideal of chivalry.
$20.00
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Hasan ibn Hani Abu Nuwas (d. 814 or 815 C.)

Dewan Abi Nuwas ديوان ابي نواس

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14185
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic poetry by Abi Nuwas, set in Iraq in the late eighth century c.e. Al-Hasan ibn Hani Abu Nuwas (d. 814 or 815 C.) is widely considered one of the greatest Arab poets of all time.
$28.00
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Farazdaq (ca 641-728 or 730 CE, Iraq)

Dewan al Farazdaq ديوان الفرزدق

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14186
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Two volumes of al-Farazdaq (ca 641-728 or 730 CE, Iraq) classical Arabic poetry combined in one book. Al-Farazdaq was a Bedouin poet known for his satirical verse and his on-going feud with his contemporary, the poet Jarir. He was a poet during the Umayyad Caliphate and served at the court. Full name was Hammam ibn Ghalib Abu Firas.
$30.00
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Akhtal

Dewan al-Akhtal ديوان الأخطل

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 907
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Poetry of al-Akhtal, in the Arabic language.
$9.00
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Buhturi

Dewan al-Buhturi 1/2 ديوان البحتري

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14190
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical poetry from the Abbasid period, by al-Buhturi (204/820 - 284/891). Buhturi was born in modern day Syria. He resided many years in Baghdad but devoted much of his poetry to the praise of Aleppo and his love there.
$38.00
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Busairi / Ahmad Hassan Basj

Dewan al-Busairi ديوان البوصيري

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 8200
Topic: Classical Poetry - Islamic
Abstract: Classical poetry from Busairi, (7th Century H, 13th Century CE, Egypt). Almost all the works of Busairi were written in verse and are odes about the Prophet. When it comes to poetic structure and style, they are very sound and lyrical. Explanation by Ahmad Hassan Basj.
$8.00
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Hutay'ah, Jarwal Ibn Aws

Dewan al-Hutay'ah ديوان الحطيئة

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2893
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Poetry in the Arabic language, by Jarwal ibn Aws al-Hutay'ah (d. 650 CE?), a pre-Islamic poet from the al-Hijaz region whose style influenced medieval Arabic poetry. With editing by Hamdu Tammas.
$8.00
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Shafi'I (Imam Shafi'i) (150/767 - 204/820)

Dewan al-Imam al-Shafi'i ديوان الإمام الشافعي

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14191
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical poetry from the founder of the Shafi'i school of Islamic law, Imam al-Shafi'i (150/767 - 204/820). This beautiful collection is full of wisdom, philosophy, seeks depth and asceticism, but is easy to read and understand.
$14.00
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Ali Ibn Abi Talib / Youssef Farhat

Dewan al-Imam Ali Ibn Abi Taleb ديوان الإمام علي بن أبي طالب

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 15310
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Arabic poetry and prose of Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib (d.40/661), with explanation by Youssef Farhat. Simple, rich, and wise.
$12.50
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Khansa' / Hamdu Tammas

Dewan al-Khansa' ديوان الخنساء

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 928
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic Poetry by the famous 7th Century CE female poet al-Khansa' (Najd Region, d. ca. 645 CE). Al-Khansa' was a contemporary of prophet Muhammad (p), and she converted to Islam. Explanation by Hamdu Tammas.
$8.00
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Radi, al-Sharif (Sharif Razi)

Dewan al-Sharif al-Radi 1/2 ديوان الشريف الرضى

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14922
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Abbasid
Abstract: Classical Arabic poetry from the Abbasid period by al-Sharif al-Radi, (Sharif Razi, Baghdad, 359/970 - 406/1015) whose most famous work is "Nahj al-Balaghah" (Peak of Eloquence).
$38.00
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Majnun Layla, Qays Ibn al-Mulawwah / Huda Wael Amer

Dewan Ash'ar Majnun Bani Amirr ديـوان أشـعـار مـجـنـون بـنـي عـامـر

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14916
Topic: Classical Arabic Love Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic Love Poetry in the Arabic language by Majnun Layla (Qays Ibn al-Mulawwah)) Majnūn Laylá , Qays ibn al-Mulawwah)
$18.00
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Hafiz Ibrahim ( Muhammad Hafez Ibrahim)

Dewan Hafiz Ibrahim ديوان حافظ إبراهيم

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 10689
Topic: Neoclassical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Poetry of the Egyptian 'Poet of the Nile', Hafiz Ibrahim (1872-1932), a neoclassicist, and one of the best known Arab poets of the 19th century.. His poetry used the classical Arabic system of meter and rhyme, but expressed new ideas and feelings, including poetry with political and social commentary.
$20.00
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Arashid, Harun

Dewan Haroun Arashid

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 1003
Topic: Poetry
Abstract: Poetry in the Arabic language, by Haroun Arashid
$18.00
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Ansari, Hassan Bin Thabet (d. 54/674)

Dewan Hassan bin Thabit al-Ansari 1/2 ديوان حسان بن ثابيت الأنصاري

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 15356
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic poetry of Hassan bin Thabet al-Ansari (d. 54/674), Hassan bin Thabet was perhaps the only companion of the Prophet who was also a poet. With explanation and commentary.
$35.00
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Ibn al-Farid, 'Umar Ibn 'Ali

Dewan Ibn al-Farid ديوان ابن الفارض

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 934
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Sufi
Abstract: Classical Poetry in the Arabic language, by Ibn al-Farid (Egypt, 1181-1235 CE). Ibn al-Farid was Sufi, and the author of Arabic mystical poetry.
$9.00
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Ibn Arabi (Sufi)

Dewan Ibn Arabi ديوان ابن عربي

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 3468
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Sufi
Abstract: Ibn Arabi's Poetry and wisdom, in the Arabic language
$18.00
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Ibn Mo'taz (Abu Abbas, b. 247/861 - 296/909)

Dewan Ibn Mo'taz ديوان ابن المعتز

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14188
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Two volume classical poetry by Ibn Mo'taz (Abu Abbas, b. 247/861 - 296/909) Baghdad, Abbasid Caliph) combined in one book.
$28.50
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Imru' al-Qays

Dewan Imru' al-Qays ديوان امرىء القيس

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14187
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Pre-Islamic
Abstract: Arabic classical poetry by Imru' al-Qays, the 6th century AD Arabic poet, sometimes considered the father of Arabic poetry. Al-Qays was the son of one of the last of the Kindite kings.
$18.00
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Ibn Rabi'ah, Lubid

Dewan Labid Ibn Rabi'ah ديوان لبيد بن ربيعة

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 919
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Poetry of Lubid Ibn Rabi'ah, in the Arabic language.
$10.00
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Qays ibn al-Mulawwah

Dewan Majnun Layla ديوان مجنون ليلى

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2894
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: In the Arabic, the poetry of "The Madman", Qays ibn al-Mulawwah, the Bedouin poet whose love for Layla led to his wondering in the desert and madness...later immortalized in stories of the love. Explanation by Abdul Rahman al-Mastawi.
$9.00
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Ibn Abi Sufyan, Mu'awiya

Dewan Mu'awiya Bin Abi Sufyan

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 1005
Topic: Poetry
Abstract: Poetry in the Arabic language by Mu'awiya Bin Abi Sufyan
$12.00
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Ibn Abi Rabi'ah, Omar (644-712/719 CE)

Dewan Omar bin abi Rabi'ah ديوان عمر بن ابي ربيعة

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14199
Topic: Classical Poetry
Abstract: A classical poetry collection by Omar bin abi Rabi'ah (644-712/719 CE), the Arabic poet from the Quraish family of modern-day Saudi Arabi. He is known for being an originator of the literary form "ghazel" (rhyming couplets and a refrain) in Islamic literature.
$20.00
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Qays Bin Zareeh (Qays Lubna)

Dewan Qays Bin Zareeh (Qays Lubna) ديوان قيس بن زريح - قيس لبنى

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2530
Topic: Classical Poetry - Arabic
Abstract: The classical love poetry of Qays Lubna, in the Arabic language.
$7.00
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Ta'abbata Sharran, Thabit Ibn Jabir

Dewan Ta'abbata Sharran ديوان تأبط شراً

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 1006
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Pre-Islamic Arabic poetry of Thabit Ibn Jabir Ta'abbata Sharran (d. ca. 540 CE). Ta'abbata Sharran was a Bedouin warrior, and his exciting poetry shows the Bedouin ideals of bravery, revenge, and hospitality. With explanation by Abdul Rahman al-Mustawi.
$6.00
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Zuhair Ibn Abi Salma

Dewan Zuhair Bin Abi Salma ديوان زهير بن أبي سلمى

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 2892
Topic: Classical Poetry - Pre-Islamic
Abstract: In the Arabic language, poetry of Zuhair bin Abi Salma, a poet of the pre-Islamic period. His poetry speaks of principles of noble conduct, and his best known work is Mu'allaqa.
$6.00
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Dunya, Abdul Aziz Hafiz / Imam Shafi'i

Imam al-Shafi'i الإمام الشافعى : نظرة تاريخية جديدة

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 12579
Topic: Islamic Studies - Imam Shafi'i - Poetry
Abstract: "Imam Shafi'i" A new historic look and adjoining poetry, by Abdul Aziz Hafiz Dunya.
$10.00
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Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyyah (691/1292 - 751/1380)

Kafiah al-Shafiah ( Qasidah Al Nuniyah ) الكافية الشافية في الانتصار

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 11051
Topic: Classical Poetry - Islam
Abstract: Also known as "Qasidah Al-Nuniyah". Classical Arabic religious poetry describing jannah, called Al-Nuniyah because the end of every verse ends in the Arabic letter "nun". In the Arabic language, by Ibn Qayyim al Jawziyya, with index and footnotes.
$15.00
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Isfahani, Hamza Bin al-Hassan (893 or 4-970 or 71 CE)

Kitab al-Amthal al-Sadirah 'an Buyut al-Shi'r كـتـاب الأمـثـال الـصـادرة عن بـيـوت الـشـعـر

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 12715
Topic: Classical Literature - Proverbs - Poetry - Quotations
Abstract: "Book of Proverbs of the Houses of Poetry" By Hamzah al-Isfahani(893 or 4-970 or 71 CE) an early collection of Arabic proverbs, poetry, and quotations. Al-Isfahani was an Iranian historian, philologist, and lexicographer. He wrote in Arabic, and made use of Arabic sources and written and oral accounts.
$45.00
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Rumi, Jalal al-Din

Majalis al-Sabah المجالس السبعة

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 7936
Topic: Literary Studies - Sufi Poetry
Abstract: In the Arabic language, "The Seven Sessions; New and Marvelous Horizons of Islamic Symbolism" - 'Al-Majalis al-Sab'ah afaq Jadidah wa-Ra'I'ah fi al-Ramziyah al-Islamiya. This book handles Jalal al-Din al-Rumi's seven sessions...it represents a masterpiece of his works.
$7.00
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Nabhani, Yusuf bin Ismail (1849 or 50-1932)

Majmah al-Nabhnyah 1/4 المجموعة النبهانية

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14024
Topic: Religious Poetry - Islamic - Sufi
Abstract: Religious poetry in praise of the Prophet, by Yusuf bin Ismail al Nabhani (1849-1932), the Palestinian Islamic scholar, judge, and poet. His teachings have influenced Sufism's development in the 19th and 20th century.
$65.00
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Hamadhani, Abul Fadl (967-1007 C)

Maqamat Badi'a al-Zaman al-Hamadhani مقامات بديع الزمان الهمذاني

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 12554
Topic: Arabic Poetry-Classical
Abstract: Poetry of Abul Fadl al Hamadhani. The famous classic by Hamadhani (967-1007 C)is written largely in rhymed prose. Hamadhani was a traveling scholar, and his Maqamat is a series of unrelated tales...Each tale presents a view of medieval Islamic countries, involving a wide range of characters and situations.
$15.00
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Ibn Maymoun, Muhammad bin al-Moubarak

Muntha al-Talab min Shaar al-Arab 1/5 منتهى الطلب من أشعار العرب

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14014
Topic: Language-Poetry-Reference
Abstract: Collection of classical Arabic poetry with detailed explanation.
$90.00
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Mutanabbi / Abdul Aziz al-Dusouqi

Mutanabbi: The Arab Poet of Wisdom المتنبي

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 6258
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Critique
Abstract: A critique on issues regarding al-Mutanabbi's poetry, in the Arabic language. Al-Mutanabbi was a 10th Century (CE) Arab poet from what is present day Iraq.
$23.00
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Husayn, Muhammad al-Khidr

Naqd Kitab fi al-Shi'r al-Jahili نـقـض كـتـاب فـي الـشـعـر الـجـاهـلـي

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 15400
Topic: Pre-Islamic literature - criticism
Abstract: Naqd Kitab fi al-Shi'r al-Jahili, Kitab fi al-Shi'r al-Jahili li Taha Husayn. A book of literary criticism on pre-Islamic poetry and literature.
$22.00
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Arayfi, Said

Nasij al-Qasidah al-Jahiliyah نـسـيـج الـقـصـيـدة الـجـاهـلـيـة

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14873
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - History - Critique
Abstract: On Classical Arabic poetry and its history to 622, by Said al-Arayfi.
$13.50
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Omar al-Khayyam / Saleh al-Jafari

Rubayyat Omar al-Kayyam رباعيات الخيام

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 11862
Topic: Classical Poetry
Abstract: The Rubayyat Of Omar al-Khayyam, in the Arabic language. Quatrains of Omar Khayyam (1044-1123 AD), the Persian poet and astronomer. A very nice translation by the poet Saleh al-Jafari, he has collected a great number of these 4-line poems, indicating sources.
$20.00
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Isa, In'am Muhammad

Shadha al-Rayaheen شذا الرياحين في الكلم الثمين

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 9566
Topic: Classical Arabic Literature & Poetry
Abstract: A collection of popular proverbs, quotes (sayings), and serenity from classical poetry and rare literature, By In'am Mohammad Isa.
$14.00
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Marzuqi, Ahmed Ibn Muhammad

Sharh Dewan al-Hamasah li Abi Tammam (Marzuqi, 4 vol in 2 books) شرح ديوان الحماسة لأبي تمام

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 11246
Topic: Classical Arabic poetry and Literature, criticism
Abstract: A study by al-Marzuqi (d. 1030 AD) of an important and best known classical literature book, written by Abu Tammam (808-842 AD) during his famous trip to Khorasan, with a wide range of literary prose, poetry, and writings. 4 volumes in 2 books.
$40.00
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Ansari, Hassan Bin Thabet (d. 54/674), edited by 'Abd al-Rahman al-Barquqi

Sharh Dewan Hassan bin Thabet al-Ansari شرح ديوان حسان بن ثابيت الأنصاري

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14189
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic poetry of Hassan bin Thabet al-Ansari (d. 54/674), with explanation (Sharh). Hassan bin Thabet was perhaps the only companion of the Prophet who was also a poet.
$15.00
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Jarir / Tajeddin Shalaq

Sharh Diwan Jarir شرح ديوان جرير

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 7638
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry
Abstract: Classical Arabic poetry of Jarir ibn 'Atiyah al-Khatfi al-Timimi (d. ca. 728 CE). With explanation by Tajeddin Shalaq. Jarir lived during the Umayyad Caliphate, is known for his poetry and satire, and for an on-going feud with his contemporary, the poet al-Farazdaq.
$24.00
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Khabbaz, Muhammad

Surat al-Akhar fi Shi'r al-Mutanabbi صـورة الآخـر في شـعـر الـمـتـنـبـي

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Softcover | Arabic | Product Code: 15269
Topic: Classical Arabic Poetry - Mutanabbi - Critique
Abstract: "The Other in al0Mutanabbi Poetry". A cultural critique and interpretation of the poetry of al-Mutanabbi, by Muhammad Khabbaz.
$15.00
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Ibn Khamis, Omar

Tara'if al-Shaar wal Shaar (3 vol) طرائف الشعر والشعراء

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 12773
Topic: Amusing Literature - Jokes, Poetry, Poets
Abstract: The collection combines the lines of jokes and attitudes of poets, in a three volume set.
$25.00
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Ibn Arabi (Sufi)

Tarjuman al-Ashwaq تـرجـمـان الاشواق

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 4889
Topic: Sufi Poetry - Mystical Odes
Abstract: "Interpreter of Desires", a collection of mystical odes. Suft love poetry, Ibn Arabi provides commentary for each poem. Completed in 611/1215.
$12.00
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Ibn Arabi (Sufi)

Tarjuman al-Ashwaq تـرجـمـان الاشواق

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 4889
Topic: Sufi Poetry - Mystical Odes
Abstract: "Interpreter of Desires", a collection of mystical odes. Suft love poetry, Ibn Arabi provides commentary for each poem. Completed in 611/1215.
$12.00
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Ibn Thalabi, Abdul Malik

Yatimat al-Dahr fi Mahasin Ahl al-Asr 1/6 يـتـيـمـة الـدهر فـي مـحـاسن أهل الـعـصـر

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Hardcover | Arabic | Product Code: 14017
Topic: Arabic Poetry - Bio-bibliography
Abstract: Set on classical poetry, Bio-bibliography, by Abd al-Malik ibn Thalabi.
$70.00
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