Rubáiyát of Doc Sifers

James Whitcomb Riley's "Rub√°iy√°t of Doc Sifers" is a captivating adaptation of the classical Persian philosophical poetry, particularly inspired by Omar Khayyam'Äôs original "Rubaiyat". In this work, Riley employs a playful, yet poignant, vernacular that reflects the rustic charm of Midwestern America. Each quatrain imbues a sense of humor and wisdom, as Doc Sifers, a fictional rural character, ...