The Prophet

Hardback

Main Details

Title The Prophet
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Kahlil Gibran
Introduction by Robin Waterfield
SeriesLittle Clothbound Classics
Physical Properties
Format:Hardback
Pages:128
Dimensions(mm): Height 167,Width 120
Category/GenrePoetry by individual poets
ISBN/Barcode 9780241573716
ClassificationsDewey:811.52
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Penguin Books Ltd
Imprint Penguin Classics
Publication Date 25 August 2022
Publication Country United Kingdom

Description

Introducing Little Clothbound Classics- irresistible, mini editions of short stories, novellas and essays from the world's greatest writers, designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. In this inspirational, allegorical guide, Al Mustafa the prophet delivers spiritual yet practical homilies on the work of living- beauty, truth, possessions, sorrow, joy, death and more. Translated into more than fifty of languages and among the best-selling books of all time, The Prophet remains a wise and revitalising handbook for the soul.

Author Biography

Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931) was among the most important Arabic language writers of the twentieth century. Poet, philosopher and artist his works have been translated into numerous languages and his drawings and paintings have been exhibited all over the world. The Prophet is his most famous work.