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The Prophet (Reader's Library Classics) (Illustrated) Paperback – December 22, 2021

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The timeless in you is aware of life’s timelessness. And knows that yesterday is but today’s memory and tomorrow is today’s dream.

Through the voice of the prophet AlMustafa, Kahlil Gibran touches on the many intricacies of life and the human condition. Love, marriage, children, friendship, joy and sorrow — just a sample of the wide ranging thoughts that effortlessly touch on the mind and soul.

An inspiration to millions of people, The Prophet by Kahlil Gibran is widely considered to be a masterpiece of spiritual poetry. This book contains all twelve original drawings Gibran created specifically for The Prophet upon its first publication.
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    195483926X
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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Reader's Library Classics (December 22, 2021)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 102 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 195483926X
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1954839267
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.25 x 0.26 x 8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 784 ratings

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Kahlil Gibran

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Kahlil Gibran: full Arabic name Gibran Khalil Gibran, (January 6, 1883 – April 10, 1931) was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and writer of the New York Pen League.

Kahlil Gibran was born in the town of Bsharri in the Mount Lebanon Mutasarrifate, Ottoman Empire (north of modern-day Lebanon), to Khalil Gibran and Kamila Gibran(Rahmeh). As a young man Kahlil emigrated with his family to the United States, where he studied art and began his literary career, writing in English and Arabic. In the Arab world, Gibran is regarded as a literary and political rebel. His romantic style was at the heart of a renaissance in modern Arabic literature, especially prose poetry, breaking away from the classical school. In Lebanon, he is still celebrated as a literary hero.

He is chiefly known in the English-speaking world for his 1923 book The Prophet, an early example of inspirational fiction including a series of philosophical essays written in poetic English prose. The book sold well despite a cool critical reception, gaining popularity in the 1930s and again, especially in the 1960s counterculture. Gibran is the third best-selling poet of all time, behind Shakespeare and Laozi.

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Customers find the book's message deep, giving them a way of thinking that can be used universally. They also describe the writing as beautiful and easy to access. However, some customers report very poor printing quality.

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Customers find the writing beautiful and easy to read. They also say the book is great for anyone who loves poetry and can decipher old English.

"...Overall, this book is great for anyone who loves poetry and can decipher old English to uncover the beautiful message that Gibran offers to his..." Read more

"...Timeless wisdom in beautiful poetry." Read more

"This book is beautiful, light, and inexpensive. The type is easy to read." Read more

"...get through it’s pretty difficult however, this was a quick and very easy read the ideas in it, however, can be heavy for some." Read more

9 customers mention "Message"9 positive0 negative

Customers find the book's message deep and simple. They also say it gives them a way of thinking that can be used universally.

"This book is deep. It gives you a way of thinking that can be used universally and at any point in time in history if the messages are understoodand..." Read more

"This semi-narrative work is essentially a simple collection of philosophical directions and ideas in uncomplicated short responses to Socratic-like..." Read more

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"...The author speaks with pretty words, complex thought, for simple yet profound instruction on his views in all matters of everything reflecting his..." Read more

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Customers find the book easy to access and say it provides simple yet profound instruction on his views in all matters.

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"So many good lessons… So easy to access too." Read more

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Customers find the pacing of the book excellent.

"...I can actually get through it’s pretty difficult however, this was a quick and very easy read the ideas in it, however, can be heavy for some." Read more

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Customers are dissatisfied with the printing quality of the book. They mention that it seems cheap and has poor quality.

"...Have not finished reading it yet.Book was kind of cheaply made for a paperback but good value." Read more

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Elizabeth
5.0 out of 5 stars An incredible book that will change your perspective on life.
Reviewed in the United States on January 11, 2024
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For a long time, I have been reading the works of great poets such as Rumi and Hafez with little knowledge of other poets of the past. However, with confidence, I can say that Kalil Gibran fits into the group of the greatest poets of all time for his wonderous style of writing that invites you into his literary magic. This book guides you along lessons that cover every aspect of life- marriage, children, friendship, etc. The lessons in this book will change your view on life's greatest challenges. Even after you finish the book, you can always come back and review a chapter that you would like to refresh on. Overall, this book is great for anyone who loves poetry and can decipher old English to uncover the beautiful message that Gibran offers to his readers.
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janejuliet
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent, timeless poetry
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2024
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This book is excellent! I've read many quotes from it, and I decided to finally read the entire thing. Timeless wisdom in beautiful poetry.
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Amanda S. Stevenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Great gift for a new generation of women who never heard of him.
Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2024
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This book is beautiful, light, and inexpensive. The type is easy to read.
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Sarah
5.0 out of 5 stars Recommended by Hozier
Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2024
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Saw hozier talk about this book in an interview and a quote from it that I really connected with. I do have reading difficulties so therefore finding a book that I can actually get through it’s pretty difficult however, this was a quick and very easy read the ideas in it, however, can be heavy for some.
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Judy G.
4.0 out of 5 stars I wish it were hardback!
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2024
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This is one of my all time favorite books. I needed a replacement after my Granddaughter asked if she could have the copy I have had since highschool. I do wish it had a hard cover though.
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Trice
5.0 out of 5 stars Hidden truths
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This book is deep. It gives you a way of thinking that can be used universally and at any point in time in history if the messages are understoodand put into practice. He was definitely a prophet.
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Aurora
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2024
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This is some of the most beautiful writing I have ever read.
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Sandra
5.0 out of 5 stars Wise words for anyone
Reviewed in the United States on February 25, 2024
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Loved this classic.
It's short and easy to read but so beautiful in It's prose.
A must read for anyone.
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Kitten Pants
5.0 out of 5 stars Timeless wisdom
Reviewed in Canada on January 14, 2024
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A must have and must read for everyone.
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Malaz
5.0 out of 5 stars Love this book!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 11, 2024
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I need to say thank you to the writer, gave me some great fresh prospective on life, children and I highly recommend it.
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Vasudev Singh
1.0 out of 5 stars Think before investing
Reviewed in India on September 15, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars The essence of life
Reviewed in Japan on May 24, 2023
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Life as well as death is described beautifully in precise and meaningful detail. It would enlighten us in the spirit.

This book shall have the eternal value. Everyone could read it and feel something more or less in life and love.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book
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This was a book I wanted to read for some time and I was not disappointed. A book I will dip into again, I am sure. A true classic
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