Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, Collected Translations

The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám is a collection of quatrains originally written in Persian by the poet, mathematician, and astronomer Omar Khayyám (1048–1131). Edward FitzGerald's translation popularized these poems in the 19th century, showcasing their philosophical themes and reflections on life. This edition includes three translations by women, highlighting diverse interpretations of Khayyám's work. The term 'Rubáiyát' refers to the four-line stanzas that characterize these poems.