Rumi: The Big Red Book

Name: Rumi: The Big Red Book
Brand: HarperCollins New Zealand
SKU: 9780061905834
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The Great Masterpiece Celebrating Mystical Love and Friendship

By Coleman Barks

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Rumi: The Big Red Book by Coleman Barks is a vibrant collection of Rumi's poetic works, aiming to capture the spiritual and emotional depth of the Sufi mystic's teachings. The book delves into themes of love, spirituality, and the mystical connection between humanity and the divine. Barks' translations strive to bring Rumi's timeless wisdom to life for modern readers in a fresh and accessible manner.
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You might enjoy this if you're drawn to mystical poetry, as it brings Rumi's timeless spiritual insights to life with vibrant translations. It will appeal to those who appreciate exploring the intersection of spirituality and art, inviting you on a journey of introspection and wonder.

Rumi: The Big Red Book

Considered one of the greatest works of Persian literature, this title is written by a medieval Sufi mystic who also happens to be the most popular poet in America.

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"Really, what other book would anyone ever need?" -Naomi Shihab Nye, author of Honeybee

"Elegant and exquisite." -Deepak Chopra, author of Muhammad, Jesus, and Buddha

The Big Red Book is a poetic masterpiece from Jalaluddin Rumi, the medieval Sufi mystic whom Time magazine calls "the most popular poet in America."

Readers continue to be awed and inspired by Rumi's masterfully lyrical, deeply expressive poems, collected in volumes such as The Illustrated Rumi, The Soul of Rumi, and the bestselling The Essential Rumi.

With The Big Red Book, acclaimed poet and Rumi interpreter Coleman Barks offers a never-before-published translation of a crucial anthology of poems widely considered to be one of Persian literature's greatest treasures.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

Rumi: The Big Red Book by Coleman Barks is highly acclaimed for making Rumi's poetry accessible and popular, akin to Shakespeare, through elegant translations. Reviewers praise Barks for revitalising Rumi's work, highlighting his role in bridging Rumi's mysticism with contemporary culture through richly sensual and modernised renditions. His efforts are celebrated for their spiritual and poetic depth, offering readers a profound connection to the Sufi poet's wisdom and beauty.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780061905834

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 December 2011

Country: United States

Imprint: HarperOne

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 33.0mm

Width: 156.0mm

Height: 235.0mm

Weight: 562g

Pages: 512

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About the Author

Coleman Barks is a renowned poet and the bestselling author of The Essential Rumi, Rumi: The Big Red Book, The Soul of Rumi, Rumi: The Book of Love, and The Drowned Book. He was prominently featured in both of Bill Moyers' PBS television series on poetry, The Language of Life and Fooling with Words. He taught English and poetry at the University of Georgia for thirty years, and he now focuses on writing, readings, and performances.

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