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158 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 1192
"In fancies or in dreams, comfort can bless
The lovelorn in their lonely wretchedness."
When I started reading this book I braced myself for an archaic treatment, dull and difficult to read. Much to my surprise the translation is very readable and has a good pace while maintaining —as far as I can tell— a high fidelity.
A high pace is quite necessary to carry you along with the ravings and rantings of a wandering madman. His madness notwithstanding Majnun's plight is heartbreaking.