The Ancient Hanged Poems Of The Arabs - Paperback

by Charles F. Horne (Editor)

The Ancient Hanged Poems Of The Arabs is a book written by Charles F. Horne. It is a collection of ancient Arabic poems that were recited by poets during the pre-Islamic era. These poems were known as the ""hanged poems"" because they were often inscribed on pieces of cloth and hung on the walls of the Kaaba in Mecca.The book provides an in-depth analysis of these poems and their historical significance. It explores the themes of love, war, and honor that are prevalent in these poems and how they reflect the culture and values of the Arab people during that time.In addition to the poems themselves, the book also includes translations of the poems into English, as well as notes and commentary from the author. This makes it a valuable resource for anyone interested in Arabic literature, history, or culture.Overall, The Ancient Hanged Poems Of The Arabs is a fascinating and insightful look into the rich cultural heritage of the Arab people and their literary tradition.THIS 30 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Sacred Books and Early Literature of the East: Ancient Arabia; The Hanged Poems; The Koran, by Charles F. Horne. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766100030.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.