Arberry, Arthur J.
The Koran (Oxford World's Classics)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199537327
- author:
- Arberry, Arthur J.
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2008
- Pages:
- 688
- Dimensions:
- 19.7 x 13 x 4 centimetres (0.50
- Genre:
- Islam
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Koran is a unique and revered text that has shaped Islamic faith and literature for centuries. Comprising 114 chapters, it is believed to be the final expression of God's will and purpose for humanity, as revealed to the prophet Muhammad over several years from AD 610 to shortly before his death in AD 632. The Koran is a fusion of prose and poetry, with intricate rhythms that serve not only to convey its sublime message but also to explain its enduring literary significance. This translation, carefully studied by Professor Arberry, aims to capture the rich variety of these rhythms and provide an accurate representation of this masterpiece of Arabic literature. Oxford World's Classics has made this important work available in a format that reflects its commitment to scholarship, with expert introductions, helpful notes, and up-to-date bibliographies for further study.
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