The Essential Rumi New Expanded Edition
Translations by Coleman Barks
Paperback
"If Rumi is the most-read poet in America today, Coleman Barks is in good part responsible.
His ear for the truly divine madness in Rumi's poetry is truly remarkable."
Huston Smith,
author of The World's Religions
The Essential Rumi is a wonderful introduction to the poetry of the 13th century
Persian Sufi master named Jelaluddin Rumi. The Essential Rumi contains poetry, background
on the life of Rumi, information about Sufism, and even recipes mentioned in the poems.
The Essential Rumi is the best-selling book on Rumi ever printed. First published in 1995,
it has been revised and expanded, including a new introduction by Coleman Barks, and 57 new poems
never published before. This definitive volume is 388 pages, and includes full references, and a
verse index to help you find your favorite poems.
$15.95
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