Explore the captivating world of 15th-century Persian art through two rare manuscripts of Nizami’s Khamsah, housed at the British Library. Authored by Barbara Brend, this richly illustrated volume delves into the intricate Persian painting and allegorical poetry of these treasures. Discover their artistic context and the fascinating ownership history, revealing connections to iconic Indian Mughal rulers like Akbar and Jahangir. Essential reading for scholars of Persian literature, art historians, and enthusiasts of Indian art and cultural heritage, it illuminates a pivotal era of artistic creation and its Indo-Persian legacy.