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Isabel Toral and Beatrice Gruendler, "An Unruly Classic: Kalīla and Dimna and Its Syriac, Arabic, and Early Persian Versions" (Brill, 2024)

New Books in Islamic Studies

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Unpacking the Layers of 'Kalīla and Dimna': Manuscripts and Modifications

This chapter explores the textual variations and historical evolution of 'Kalīla and Dimna' across its Syriac, Arabic, and Persian manuscripts. It highlights how these variations influence thematic elements and character significance, revealing the dynamic nature of the narrative over time.

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