Finding a physical copy of (the collected poems) is notoriously difficult. Most classical Arabic diwans are out of print or exist only as expensive critical editions from Beirut or Cairo publishers. Furthermore, reliable English translations are scattered across academic journals.

Qays was a 7th-century Bedouin poet from the Banu 'Amir tribe. His life was defined by his childhood love for his cousin, Layla al-Amiriya

(collection) consists of poignant verses centered on unrequited love, longing, and madness. Primary Arabic Collection ( Diwan Majnun Layla