FITZGERALD (1809 - 1883)
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FITZGERALD (1809 - 1883)
EDWARD FITZGERALD English poet and translator of Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam
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1809 1883 Fitzgerald Khayyam Omar Rubaiyat Translator
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This portrait captures the enigmatic figure of Edward FitzGerald (1809-1883), a renowned English poet and translator, best known for his rendition of the Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. Born on August 24, 1809, in Wimbledon, Surrey, FitzGerald was a man of refined sensibilities and intellectual curiosity. His education at Trinity College, Cambridge, fostered a lifelong love for Persian poetry, which would later inspire his most famous work. The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam, a collection of quatrains attributed to the 11th-century Persian poet Omar Khayyam, was first published in 1859. FitzGerald's translation brought the mystical verses to the attention of the Western world, and they quickly gained widespread popularity due to their themes of love, wine, and the transience of life. FitzGerald's masterful translation was not only an artistic achievement but also a significant contribution to the study of Persian literature in Europe. His work paved the way for a greater appreciation of Eastern culture and influenced numerous poets, including T.S. Eliot and Robert Frost. The man in this photograph, with his piercing gaze and thoughtful expression, seems to embody the intellectual depth and poetic soul that infused his translations. The image serves as a poignant reminder of FitzGerald's enduring legacy as a literary figure and his role in bridging the cultural divide between the East and the West. Edward FitzGerald passed away on May 14, 1883, leaving behind a rich literary heritage that continues to inspire and captivate readers around the world. This evocative portrait, a glimpse into the life of this remarkable poet and translator, stands as a testament to his enduring influence on literature and our collective cultural memory.
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