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The Literary Heritage of the Arabs
The Literary Heritage of the Arabs samples some of the finest literature produced by Arab writers in the last 1,500 years. The selection of poetry and prose spans many genres and styles, conveying the full range of Arab experiences and perspectives - from the tragic to the comic, the wistful to the mystical, the courtly to the lowly, and the Arab East to Andalusia. The reader of this anthology will become aware of the extent to which this vibrant and distinctive literary heritage has always been both receptive to the currents from neighbouring cultures and influential in the evolution of other literary traditions, in South Asia, Western Europe and beyond. Thus, the reader will discover, behind local colours and different literary conventions, our common humanity.
Kahlil Gibran of Lebanon
A guide for general readers or scholars interested in the life and work of Gibran. Explores the fascinating world of the author of The Prophet, one of the most celebrated works of the twentieth century. Modelled on Gibran's own writings, simple and conci
The World's Favorite Love Poems
Features poetry--both original English and translated verse--including works by Goethe, Dante, Shakespeare, Rumi, and lesser-known poets that represent indigenous people of Africa, the Americas, and Australia.
Kahlil Gibran
The definitive biography of one of the world's most popular writers Bushrui and Jenkins have produces a biography that meticulously explores the complex intricacies of this philosopher-poet. Offering fresh insights into his life, times and work, this unique book sets new criteria in evaluating Gibran.
Gibran Love Letters
Kahlil Gibran and May Ziadah, two Lebanese writers living in different parts of the world, knew each other solely through the letters they exchanged and from each other's work -- they never met in person.This unparalleled collection of letters sheds a new light on Gibran's innermost feelings and offers a glimpse into the mind of this renowned author.
The Art of Kahlil Gibran at Telfair Museums
Comprising two essays, this book features the Telfair's collection of work by and about Gibran, the largest holding in the United States, which spans Gibran's career from his first major exhibition at photographer Frederick Holland Day's studio in Boston in 1904 to works created during the last years of his life.
The Prophet
The Prophet by Khalil Gibran is a timeless masterpiece that transcends borders and cultures with its profound wisdom and poetic beauty. Set in the fictional town of Orphalese, the narrative unfolds as Almustafa, a revered prophet, prepares to depart after living among the people for twelve years. Through a series of poetic discourses, Almustafa shares his insights on various aspects of life, including love, marriage, work, freedom, and spirituality. Each chapter delves into the depths of the human soul, offering timeless truths and profound reflections that resonate with readers across generations. The Prophet has been translated into over 100 languages, making it one of the most translated ...
Immigrant Narratives
Drawing upon postcolonial, translation, and minority discourse theory, Immigrant Narratives investigates how key Arab American and Arab British writers have described their immigrant experiences, and in so doing acted as mediators and interpreters between cultures, and how they have forged new identities in their adopted countries.
The Madman - His Parables & Poems
"You ask me how I became a madman. It happened thus: One day, long before many gods were born, I woke from a deep sleep and found all my masks were stolen,--the seven masks I have fashioned and worn in seven lives,--I ran maskless through the crowded streets shouting, "Thieves, thieves, the cursed thieves." Men and women laughed at me and some ran to their houses in fear of me." (The Madman)_x000D_ Words of wisdom from the poet-madman is inspiring and soul-searching._x000D_ Kahlil Gibran (1883-1931) was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and philosopher. Regarded as a literary and political rebel, his romantic style was at the heart of the renaissance in modern Arabic literature._x000D_ TABLE OF CONTENTS:_x000D_ The Madman: His Parables And Poems_x000D_ Sketches & Paintings of Kahlil Gibran_x000D_ Inspirational Quotes
Beyond the Arab Disease
The book examines the range of roles the Arab world has been playing to various audiences on the modern and post modern stage and the issues which have arisen as a result.
