Sheiba Kian Kaufman

Sheiba Kian Kaufman, an Assistant Professor of English, delves into her research on the intersection of Persian culture and early modern English drama. She unpacks how representations of Persian monarchs like Cyrus the Great serve as models of cosmopolitanism and intercultural hospitality in Shakespearean works. Kaufman discusses the concept of 'adab', Persian ethics shaping manners, and reads Edgar in "King Lear" as a uniquely non-threatening figure. Her insights create a rich tapestry linking literature, globality, and personal memory in her scholarly journey.

Sheiba Kian Kaufman, Assistant Professor of English at Saddleback College and expert on Shakespeare and Persian culture, delves into her book on early modern English drama. She explores how Persian monarchs reflect concepts of cosmopolitanism and hospitality in literature. Kaufman discusses theatrical hospitality, interprets Edgar in *King Lear* as embodying Persian ethics, and analyzes Elizabethan plays that illustrate intercultural marriages and tolerance under Persian influence. Her unique perspective reimagines the narratives of tolerance and diversity in the Renaissance.

Sheiba Kian Kaufman, an expert in Shakespeare and early modern English drama, dives into her new book exploring Persian influences in the genre. She discusses how English playwrights portrayed Persian monarchs as symbols of intercultural hospitality and cosmopolitan ideals. Kaufman highlights the concept of 'adab'—refinement and ethics—in shaping cultural representations and examines Persian characters in Shakespeare's works. She also reflects on how these themes foster discussions of tolerance and identity in early modern society.