The RubaiyatOmar Khayyam, a poet, scientist, and mathematician, is probably the best known Islamic poet in the West. While the majority of his work is in mathematics, he is best known now as a poet. The Rubaiyat addresses philosophical and religious topics, and Khayyam expresses a pessimistic view that leads him to value each moment as much as possible.
The Rubaiyat Reading Guide |