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Al-Firdausi

Known for epic literature, kingship memory, and Persian literary imagination.

329-411 AH / 940-1020 CETusEpic poet

Al-Firdausi: life, work, and legacy

Al-Firdausi Epic poet

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Al-Firdausi is presented as epic poet associated with Tus. The working chronology for this record is 329-411 AH / 940-1020 CE. Known for epic literature, kingship memory, and Persian literary imagination.

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329-411 AH / 940-1020 CE

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