The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam

Synopsis

The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam is selection of poems written by Omar Khayyam, a Persian poet and Mathematician of medieval period. Remembered for his multifaceted contributions as mathematician, astronomer, and philosopher he is attributed to the most important treatises on algebra of pre modern times. While his philosophical works did not receive the required attention, his scientific and poetic works were considered his magnum opus.  His key contributions include a calendar reform.

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