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Saadi of Shiraz: A Global Poet4Dear young readers! Get to know one of the shining stars of Persian literature: Saadi of Shiraz. He is a poet who is not only renowned in Iran but also across the world for his wisdom, eloquence, and captivating stories. Saadi was born in the 7th century AH (13th century AD) in the city of Shiraz. From childhood, he was passionate about learning and traveled to Baghdad, which was a major center of knowledge at the time, to pursue his education. But Saadi%u2019s life was not just about books and school! He traveled for many years, visiting countries such as India, Hejaz, Syria, and even North Africa. Through these journeys, he encountered different people, cultures, and ways of life, and these experiences became the foundation for his poetry and moral stories. Saadi has two famous books: **Bustan** (a book of ethics and wisdom) and **Gulistan** (a rhythmic prose collection of short stories). What makes Saadi unique is