The Great Palace of Verse

Farzad, Narguess

Abstract

Completed by the poet Ferdowsi in 1010 AD, the Shahnameh is widely regarded as a masterpiece of world literature. It is of central importance to Iranian culture and self-identity and has inspired some of the world's most exquisite manuscripts. Narguess Farzad dives into the text to explore the stories and themes contained within and to revel in the language.

Citation

Farzad, N. (2010). The Great Palace of Verse. [BBC World Service Broadcast- BBC Sounds]

• Digital Artefact Type: Audio
• Publication Date: Nov 12, 2010
• Deposit Date: Aug 17, 2020
• External URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p02sbwzk