Dr. Youssef Bakkar's interest in comparative studies is distinguished by its general focus on heritage and its impact on Arab culture, as demonstrated through several studies he has completed in this field. These studies proceed in two simultaneous directions: the first is research in comparative literature, and the second is research in what he terms 'comparative criticism' or the critique of criticism. In both areas, he addresses the extensive cognitive legacy of interactions between Arabs and Persians. His direct exposure to Persian literature and civilization, through his residency in Mashhad, Iran, provided him with a deep knowledge of key sources and their origins. He argues that there is a significant disagreement among researchers about the extent of Persian literary influence on Arab-Islamic civilization, despite a general consensus on the Persian impact in the broader cultural sphere.

• Author: Dr. Youssef Bakkar (Preparation, Participation, and Presentation)
• Publisher: Alan Publishers and Distributors
• Year of Publication: 2025
• Edition: First
• Number of Pages: 148
• ISBN: 978-9923-13-830-4