What's a simurgh?”
"A member of the winged species avian simurghi,” sniffed the simurgh. "Easy to identify because of his gorgeous plumage, ready wit, intelligent conversation, amiable disposition, and fabulous abilities. (Lin Carter)

What's a simurgh?” "A member of the winged species avian simurghi,” sniffed the simurgh. "Easy to identify because of his gorgeous plumage, ready wit, intelligent conversation, amiable disposition, and fabulous abilities.

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