The Prophet

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The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is a philosophical and poetic work that follows a prophet named Almustafa, who shares profound insights on a variety of life topics with the people of Orphalese as he prepares to leave their city. Comprising 26 poetic essays, the book addresses themes like love, work, freedom, and more, offering timeless wisdom and guidance meant to inspire personal reflection and spiritual growth.
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The Prophet

An inspirational guide to living that delivers spiritual, yet practical, homilies on a wide variety of topics central to daily life, including: love, marriage and children; work and play; possessions, beauty, truth, joy and sorrow, and death.

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First published in the 1920s, The Prophet is an inspirational, allegorical guide to living. The book is perhaps the most famous work of religious fiction of the Twentieth Century and has sold millions of copies in more than twenty languages.

Gibran's protagonist, called simply the Prophet, delivers spiritual yet practical homilies on a wide variety of topics central to daily life: love, marriage, and children; work and play; possessions, beauty, truth, joy and sorrow, death, and many more.

Series: Penguin Modern Classics

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The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is praised for its poetic and inspirational prose, offering timeless wisdom on fundamental human themes such as love, work, freedom, and death. Critics often highlight its philosophical depth and lyrical beauty, making it a beloved classic in self-help and personal development literature. Readers appreciate its timeless messages that continue to resonate and provide comfort and guidance.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780141187013

Publisher: Penguin Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 28 March 2002

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin Classics

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Robin Waterfield

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 101g

Pages: 128

About the Author

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.

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