Works by Kahlil Gibran intimately reveal the complex nature of one of the twentieth century's most influential writers   Kahlil Gibran wrote prolifically and passionately in Arabic as well as English. First published in 1965 with nine works of poetry translated by Joseph Sheban, Mirrors of the Soul includes writings by Gibran that are as poignant today as when first written, such as "The New Frontier" and"The Sea." These poems illuminate the dual...

This illuminating study examines the renowned Lebanese author's poetic depictions of love in its various forms and phases. Kahlil Gibran sees love as a burning fire, creating and destroying. Though it is at the center of life, it is for many a wellspring of strife and unsolved problems. Indeed, it seems that the more we write about it, the more mysterious it becomes. Yet there are those rare authors who can shine the light of truth on the subject-authors...

This classic work showcases the early brilliance and philosophical foundation of Kahlil Gibran, one of the most influential writers of the twentieth century   Kahlil Gibran, author of The Prophet and one of the twentieth century's most revolutionary, inspiring writers, effortlessly blends his unique perspective on Eastern and Western philosophy in this early collection of work, written when he was just twenty years old. From delicate turns of phrase...

Born in the mountains of northern Lebanon, Kahlil Girbran (1883-1931) -mystic, society philosopher, author of one of the most enduring works of the 20th century, The Prophet -immigrated to the United States in 1895. A gifted artist, who specialized in painting for some years before he turned to writing, Gibran -although initially spurned by those whose approval he sought -was in time beloved by a number of prominent avant-gardists and hobnobbed with...

Kahlil Gibran was a mystic who sought to build bridges between faiths and cultures. His voice is a timeless, much-needed guide for our times. Take a journey through his spiritual life, delving into some of his writings, looking at his art and the places he lived, and breathing life into this captivating poet-artist who moved beyond religion to the core of universal spirituality and was a unique blend of East and West.

"A graphic novel adaptation of The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran, illustrating the story of an exile preparing to return to his home and sharing his thoughts on the human condition"--