The D?v?ni Shamsi Tabr?z is a masterpiece of Persian literature and a classic work in the history of S??ism. With his Masnav? it is one of the key writings of the renowned mystic poet Jal?lu 'dd?n R?m? (1207-1273). Professor Nicholson's English translation of selected poems from the D?v?n of R?m? was first published in 1898, and is often credited as being the best-known version in a European language. It is suitable for scholars and students of Persian literature and for all those interested in the mystical literature of Islam. The Persian text is printed with facing English translations, and there are copious notes, a lengthy introduction, appendices and indices.