Works about Omar Khayyam

Omar Khayyam was an 11th-century Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet, best known for his quatrains (rubaiyat), which reflect on various themes including love, mortality, and the nature of existence. His most famous work is the "Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam," a collection of verses that often express a hedonistic outlook on life, urging the reader to seize the day and enjoy life while they can.

"Khayyam" is a play that revolves around the life and works of the renowned Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer Omar Khayyam. While specific details about the play may vary depending on the adaptation or interpretation, it typically explores themes such as love, philosophy, the nature of existence, and the quest for meaning, much like Khayyam's own poetry, particularly his famous "Rubaiyat.

"Omar Khayyam" is a historical drama film released in 1957, directed by William Dieterle. The film is loosely based on the life of the Persian poet, mathematician, and astronomer Omar Khayyam, who lived during the 11th century. It stars Cornel Wilde as Omar Khayyam, along with other notable actors like present-day characters and events intertwined with Khayyam's life.

"Samarkand" is a historical novel written by Turkish author Amin Maalouf, first published in French in 1988. The novel is a fictionalized account of the life of the Persian poet Omar Khayyam and is set against the backdrop of the Persian Empire during the 11th century.

"The Keeper: The Legend of Omar Khayyam" is a video game developed by the French studio J.M. Games. Released in 2018, it is an adventure game that combines elements of puzzle-solving and exploration within a rich narrative. The game is set in a fantastical version of the historical time of Omar Khayyam, a famous Persian mathematician, astronomer, and poet of the 11th century.