Originally published in 1965, this is an introductory book for university Students of Arabic literature.
Each poem has a literal English translation on the facing page; the notes, on p.
The main body of the book is an anthology of Arabic poems in the original, from the sixth century onwards, giving examples of the work of some thirty of the greatest Arab poets.
It begins with a substantial introduction in English by Professor Arberry on the development, nature, forms and rhythms of Arabic poetry.
Originally published in 1965, this is an introductory book for university Students of Arabic literature