An immediate success when first published in 1923, ‘The Prophet’ is a modern classic, having been translated into more than forty languages and sold more than ten million copies in the United States alone. Today it stands as one of the most beloved and translated books in history.As a prophet named Almustafa is about to board a ship to travel back to his homeland after twelve years in exile, he is stopped by a group of people who ask him to share his wisdom before he leaves. In twenty-eigh...

This collection of 26 poetic essays offers spiritual yet practical advice from a figure known only as The Prophet on such central-to-life subjects as love, marriage, beauty, life and death. An inspirational guide to living, Gibran’s words have been read by millions around the world and have been translated into more than 20 languages.Kobo Editions offers this fully-accessible version of the original text for your enjoyment.

What if the deepest truths about life could be found in the simplest human experiences? In The Prophet, Kahlil Gibran offers a timeless collection of poetic reflections on the experiences that shape the human journey. Through the voice of Almustafa, a wise prophet preparing to leave the city of Orphalese, Gibran explores the profound questions that accompany love, loss, freedom, work, friendship, joy, sorrow, and human connection. Written in lyrical and philosophical prose, the book transf...

First published in 1912, "The Broken Wings" is the exquisitely tender story of love that beats desperately against the taboos of Oriental tradition.With great sensitivity, Gibran describes his passion as a youth for Selma Karamy, the girl of Beirut who first unfolded to him the secrets of love. But it is a love that is doomed by a social convention which forces Selma into marriage with another man. Portraying the happiness and infinite sorrow of his relationship with Selma, Gibran a...

Rich in timeless wisdom and beautiful poetic language, this spiritual classic is "exquisite . . . simply a masterpiece" ( The Independent, London).As the wise man Almustafa prepares to leave the island where he has lived in exile from his home for twelve years, the community gathers around him, beseeching him to share his wisdom before he departs.Within this framework, the beloved prophet offers meditations on love, marriage, children, giving, eati...

Soon after the publication of the original Arabic version of "Spirits Rebellious" in 1908, considerable agitation developed. The book was burned publicly in Lebanon and Kahlil Gibran, the author, was forced for an exile. That is, mainly, due to the open question to authority that it contains. "Spirits Rebellious" contains three stories centering around man, religion, law and authority all of which do not just depict the society in the early 1900s but the themes are universal.There ...

The Prophet is a book of 26 poetic essays written in English in 1923 by the Lebanese-American artist, philosopher and writer Khalil Gibran. In the book, the prophet Almustafa who has lived in the foreign city of Orphalese for 12 years is about to board a ship which will carry him home. He is stopped by a group of people, with whom he discusses many issues of life and the human condition. The book is divided into chapters dealing with love, marriage, children, giving, eating and drinking, w...

A Feminine Rendition of a Beloved Classic, a century after its original publication. Enter the enchanting realm of "The Prophet" as Kahlil Gibran's immortal words take on a vibrant new resonance, through the captivating voice of a female lead. This edition breathes new life into the cherished spiritual teachings of love, wisdom, and self-discovery. Immerse yourself in the words, and be inspired by the book's profound beauty and transformative guidance. The story itself looks in on the fict...

Kahlil Gibran considered The Prophet his greatest achievement. He said: "I think I've never been without The Prophet since I first conceived it in Mount Lebanon. It seems to have been a part of me....I kept the manuscript four years before I delivered it over to my publisher, because I wanted to be sure, I wanted to be very sure, that every word of it was the very best I had to offer."The Chicago Post said of The Prophet: "Cadenced and vibrant wit...

The Broken Wings is a poignant and deeply emotional novel by Kahlil Gibran, exploring the themes of love, loss, and destiny. Set in early 20th-century Beirut, the story follows the tender yet tragic romance between the narrator and Selma Karamy, a young woman trapped in an arranged marriage by the social and cultural constraints of the time.Through lyrical prose and vivid imagery, Gibran examines the beauty of love as well as the pain of its unattainability, highlighting the spirit...

Dive into a world where words dance and wisdom flows effortlessly! "The Prophet" by Kahlil Gibran, a timeless masterpiece, takes you on a spiritual journey through the musings of a wise seer. Explore profound insights on love, joy, sorrow, and life itself through poetic prose that resonates with readers across generations. Let Gibran's enchanting language soothe your soul and spark your imagination. Praised by readers worldwide and cherished through the ages, "The Prophet" is more...

In this poetic re-telling of the Gospel, Khalil Gibran presents a different perspective on the life of Jesus Christ—in fact, 77 different perspectives. Told through the words of 77 of his contemporaries including familiar Biblical characters such as Mary Magdalene, Peter, James, etc., Gibran paints a marvellously detailed picture of what Christ's life may actually have been like. Gibran Khalil Gibran (1883–1931) was a Lebanese-American poet, writer, and visual artist most famous for his bo...