One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi [Hardcover]

Michael Green (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 30, 2005

The extensive body of work by 13th-century mystic poet Jelaluddin Rumi continues to fascinate readers with a taste for the spiritual, and his writings, which speak passionately of truth, enlightenment, and love for God, appeal to those of all religions. Translations of Rumi’s writings by the contemporary poet Coleman Barks have sold more than 500,000 copies since 1981. Now acclaimed illustrator Michael Green -- who collaborated with Barks on The Illuminated Rumi -- has produced a new and fabulous mystic fusion of sacred poetry and art. This all-new volume features rare poems of Rumi, some of which have never before been translated. There are many collections of Rumi’s poetry, but few are illustrated-and none as gorgeously as this full-color book. It is well positioned to capture the favor of spiritual seekers of all ages, including today’s spiritually adventurous young adults.

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About the Author

Michael Green has had a 30-year career as an artist and illustrator. His books include Unicornis, Zen and The Art of the Macintosh, and The I Ching Records.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 128 pages
• Publisher: Running Press (August 30, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0762420871
• ISBN-13: 978-0762420872
• Product Dimensions: 11.3 x 8.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #183,582 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #27 in Books > Literature & Fiction > World Literature > Middle Eastern > Arabic

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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful and inspiring!, September 15, 2005

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Ione Bissonnette (Lexington, MA, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi (Hardcover)

Continuing in the tradition of the book he co-authored with Coleman Barks, The Illuminated Rumi, Michael Green has created a volume even more breath-taking than the first. The poetry of Rumi has touched North Americans because its language and references feel modern, relevant, humorous and inspiring. The spirituality contained in both images and words in this book celebrates life, while it also reminds us that we can become more than a "common denominator." We can be both ordinary and extraordinary. The images alone will give extended experiences of insight, wisdom, guidance, serenity, and hope. This is a book to return to over and over again.

21 of 21 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars New Rumi Book, January 4, 2006

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Dharma (Philadelphia,PA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi (Hardcover)

This is a beautifully illustrated sequel to the Illuminated Rumi by Coleman Barks and Michael Green. Included is a CD by the Illumination Band which interprets the poems musically in American roots style(bluegrass, blues)which sounds strange but works. Not the greatest recording, but the point gets across. There's a longing in those American art forms which somehow is a good fit for the poetry. There has been criticism about these non-literal translations of Rumi's words but I think the point of the poems comes across nicely. There are certainly plenty of copies of Nicholson or Arberry out there if someone needs a more literal version, and they can decide for themselves. One Song is definitely recommended.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of a Kind!, October 6, 2007

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N. A. Fandel "Rumi Scholar" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: One Song: A New Illuminated Rumi (Hardcover)

Spectacular! I am a Rumi scholar and I learned a great deal more from this fabulous presentation of the thoughts and works of Rumi as brought over from Persian by Coleman Barks. Michael Green's illuminations and his thoughts on the insights of Rumi are profound and relevant to understanding our spirituality and our humanness. Fantastic!