The Bagh O Bahar (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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A vivid Urdu translation of a Persian romance full of adventure, romance, and stratagems.

This edition presents the Story of the Four Darweshes, set around the adventures of King Azad-bakht and the four wandering mystics. With explanatory notes and a prefatory essay by Edward B. Eastwick, it offers a window into a world of royal courts, daring disguises, and miraculous journeys. The translator’s introduction discusses language, translation practice, and the work’s place in Urdu literature, helping readers follow the tale from its Persian origins to its Hindustani rendering.

• Follow bright, dramatic scenes of daring journeys, mistaken identities, and royal intrigue.
• Encounter legendary beasts, magical realms, and journeys through cities and deserts.
• Learn about the blending of Persian literary motifs with Hindustani storytelling, guided by translator notes and commentary.
• Enjoy a classic adventure that blends romance, wit, and moral choices within a richly imagined world.

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