The Soul of Rumi - A New Collection of Ecstatic Poems

The thirteenth-century Persian mystic Jallaludin Rumi''s delightful yet profound poems have inspired countless people throughout the centuries, and Coleman Barks''s renderings of his work are widely considered the definitive versions for our time. Barks''s translations capture the inward exploration and intensity that characterize Rumi''s poetry, bringing a contemporary feel to this unique voice while remaining true to the original poems. The Soul of Rumi features entirely new translations of Rumi''s work. The book focuses on the ecstatic experience of human and divine love and their inseparability, conveyed with Rumi''s signature passion, daring, and remarkable insight into the human heart. Coleman Barks is a renowned poet who 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 many years, and now focuses on writing, readings, and performances. He lives in Athens, GA. ''The gold of Rumi pours down through Coleman''s words. The words leap off the page and dance!'' -Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart

Product details

• Authors: Coleman Barks
• Publisher: Harper Collins Usa
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 18.09.2001
• EAN: 9780060604530
• ISBN: 978-0-06-060453-0
• No. of pages: 448
• Dimensions: 155 mm x 235 mm x 35 mm
• Subjects: Asia, Theology, mysticism, Reference works, Personal religious testimony and popular inspirational works, Spirituality and religious experience, Self-help, personal development and practical advice, Mind, body, spirit: thought and practice, Religion and beliefs, Poetry anthologies (various poets), Islamic groups: Sufis, SELF-HELP: Spiritual, SELF-HELP: Personal Growth / General, RELIGION: Inspirational, RELIGION: ISLAM & THE MIDDLE EAST, RELIGION: Islam / Sufi, POETRY: Middle Eastern, POETRY: POETS: H TO Z, POETRY: Anthologies (multiple authors), POETRY: General, LITERARY COLLECTIONS: Asian / General, Poetry / Poets: H to Z, Religion / Islam & the Middle East