Synopsis This book traces the history of Persian Literature from the ancient times till the conclusion of the two very important movements of Babism and Behaism which have so profoundly affected modern Persian thought. It begins with a chapter on ancient Persian religion and its literature followed by the epic Poetry of Firdausi. This long journey of Persian literature introduces us to the lyrical poetry, Court and Panegyric Poetry, mystical Poetry and most importantly Sufism. A Chapter specially focuses on the Persian Folk Songs And Drama its history and Romance.