The Rose Garden of Saadi: A Complete Translation of the Gulistan of Saadi (Bilingual)

Discover yourself in a world where every story carries a touch of wisdom, gentle humor, and timeless truth.Persian Prose Sufi Wisdom Moral and Social Reflectionsبنی آدم اعضای یکدیگرند که در آفرینش ز یک گوهرندThe sons of Adam are limbs of each otherHaving been created of one essence.چو عضوی به درد آورد روزگار دگر عضوها را نماند قرارWhen the calamity of time afflicts one limbThe other limbs cannot remain at rest.تو کز محنت دیگران بی غمی نشاید که نامت نهند آدمیIf thou hast no sympathy for the troubles of othersThou art unworthy to be called by the name of a man.Written in 1258 by the renowned Saadi Shirazi, The Gulistan (Rose Garden) is one of the most celebrated works of classical Persian literature. Combining elegant prose and poetry, it offers deep moral insights and sharp social commentary through stories that explore ethics, justice, education, love, aging, and the human condition.This complete bilingual edition, translated by Edward Rehatsek (1888), presents the original Persian text alongside a fluent English translation—ideal for Persian language learners, students of literature, and lovers of Middle Eastern classics.⭐️ Why Readers Choose This Edition:📘 Bilingual format – Original Persian with English translation🌹 8 chapters of timeless moral stories and life lessons✍️ Simple yet powerful prose with poetic interludes🧠 A profound reflection on Persian culture, ethics, and spirituality🎓 Essential for students of Persian literature, Islamic studies, and Sufism"Saadi's pen moves with simplicity, but his words echo with eternal wisdom."Discover why The Gulistan has inspired poets, philosophers, and scholars for centuries. Add this literary masterpiece to your shelf today. Read more