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The Collected Works (Everyman's Library)

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Ever since Kahlil Gibran published his first English book The Madman in 1918, people have either admired or despised his work. One thing remains: folks keep reading it. With this latest anthology, Knopf has put together under one cover all their Gibran works, including the poet's illustrations. Trouble is the reproductions are poorly printed, and the unsigned Introduction disappoints. Too bad the Knopf editors didn't take more care in presenting an author that has earned the distinguished house mega bucks for more than 80 years.

Let me encourage you all, get a copy of this book and read a paragraph or two "a day; this will keep the devil away". Kahlil Gibran the Collected Works (Everyman's Library) contains some of Gibran's best works (The Madman, The Prophet, Sand and Foam, Jesus the Son of Man, Spirits Rebellious) in one volume. In addition, the book contains more than eighty of his drawings.

Gibran is a Lebanese (-American; by immigration) philosopher, poet, and artist. His works are about love, freedom, loving-kindness, beauty and death; "...therein lies [our] honour and [our] reward".

Without hesitation, I highly recommend this inspiring and enlightening book to everyone.

This is a great collection. Inspiring, enlightening, engrossing, touching,... the best of Khalil. It's a collection of his english works. Most of his other works are collected in the Treasury of Khalil Gibran series, which I'd recommend, as well.

"The Collected Works" is a compilation of many of Khalil Gibran's most prolific works. Contained herein:

The Madman
The Forerunner
The Prophet
Sand and Foam
Jesus the Son of Man
Earth Gods
The Wanderer
The Garden of the Prophet
Prose Poems
Spirits Rebellious
Nymphs of the Valley
A Tear and a Smile

I am particularly fond of "Sand and Foam", which is a book of aphorisms, and "Jesus the Son of Man", which is a book filled with stories from the perspective of people in Jesus' life.

I chanced upon this book while browsing the "Poetry" section at a local, big-chain, bookstore. After reading the line, "I am the silver threads the gods cast down from the heights, and Nature takes me to adorn the valleys" (song of the rain), I decided that I had to own this book, even though I already owned several of the books contained within it.

When I ordered this book, I also ordered "The Forerunner", not knowing that it would be included within. I wish that someone had posted the table of contents for me, so that I wouldn't have spent the extra money.

If you love any of Khalil Gibran's writings, this book is a wonderful addition to your library.

The Collected Works (Everyman's Library) [Hardcover] by Kahlil Gibran is a beautiful book, it contains Gibran's writing and illustrations -- a good value.

great book. my favorite is still 'the prophet'. my favorite section is on children and my favorite line in the whole book is 'suffer not yet our eyes to hunger for your face.'

A favorite author of mine, for those who want the best introduction to his work.

This book truly has a great selection of Kahlil's works. All 880 were fully intact. Speedy delivery and arrived in great condition

This was purchesed as a Birthday present for a sister who is going to be 90 in March and was lamenting having misplaced or lost her copy of this book. Have read
most of Gibran's works - like The wanderer- broken wings and The Prophet immensely. The copy is with a nice cover and makes a very good gift item.

Excellent book, has some great works including my favorite, THE PROPHET. Makes a great gift too!