Tārīkh-i Bayhaqī: bā maʻnī-i vāzhah-hā va sharḥ-i bayt-hā va jumlah-hā-yi dushvār va ams̱āl va ḥikam va barkhī nuktah-hā-yi dastūrī va adabī

This monumental work, Tārīkh-i Bayhaqī, authored by the celebrated Persian historian and scribe Abū al-Faẓl Muḥammad ibn Ḥusayn Bayhaqī, offers an unparalleled account of the Ghaznavid empire, specifically focusing on the reign of Sultan Masʻūd I. Often referred to as Tārīkh-i Masʻūdī, this text is revered not only for its historical precision but also for its eloquent prose, serving as a pillar of classical Persian literature. This comprehensive edition, prepared by Khalīl Khaṭīb Rahbar, enriches the original narrative with extensive annotations, including definitions of difficult vocabulary, explanations of complex verses and syntax, and elucidations of proverbs. It stands as an essential resource for scholars of Iranian history and students of Persian literary style, providing deep insights into the courtly life, administrative practices, and socio-political landscape of 11th-century Īrān.