Diwan of the knight prince Osama bin Munqidh

Author's name: Osama bin Munqidh

The Diwan of Usama ibn Munqidh is considered one of the most important works of medieval Arabic literature. It depicts a unique poet who lived through difficult experiences, and poetry was his refuge for expressing his feelings and emotions. His collection, compiled over the course of his long life, contains a variety of poems on love, praise, description, and elegy, all while maintaining the beauty of the language and the depth of meaning. Editors Ahmed Badawi and Hamed Abdel Majeed were dedicated to authenticating this precious work, providing indexes and explanations of difficult terms, preserving the authenticity of the style and facilitating access to its meanings.