About The Rose and the Tavern: 40 Timeless Poems of Hafez — Persian Ghazals of Love, Longing, and Wisdom in Modern English
For centuries, readers have turned to Hafez for beauty, consolation, wit, and spiritual insight. The Rose and the Tavern presents 40 timeless ghazals in clear, lyrical modern English for readers who want to experience Persian poetry without requiring prior knowledge of its history or symbolism.
Exploring love, longing, separation, wisdom, wine, the rose, and the mysterious Beloved, this carefully annotated collection includes an expressive poetic rendering, a concise reflection on each ghazal’s emotional and spiritual meaning, and guidance to its recurring symbols.
Ideal for lovers of classical poetry, Persian literature, contemplative reading, and spiritual wisdom.
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Persian Poetry Caravan brings the great voices of classical Persian literature to modern English readers through clear, lyrical, and accessible translations. Its editions preserve the emotional depth, imagery, and spiritual atmosphere of Persian poetry while offering helpful reflections and explanations for contemporary readers.