Susan Scollay on Persian poetry

Susan Scollay

Susan Scollay reveals the beauty of Persian poetry and its vibrant tales of human and divine love. The classic love stories found in Persian poetry have been reflected in western culture, with parallels in the works of Chaucer and Shakespeare and in the lyrics of rock stars today. (From State Library of Victoria)

A Short Introduction to the Shahnameh, or 'Book of Kings' by Charles Melville

A Podcast by The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge

Exploring exquisite Persian manuscript art inspired by the world's longest poem: the Shahnameh, or 'Book of Kings'. With Professor Charles Melville, Director of the Cambridge Shahnama Project .

The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge
Sat 11 September 2010 to Sun 9 January 2011
Mellon Gallery