The Prophet

Gibran Khalil Gibran, commonly written Kahlil Gibran in English, was born in Bcharri, in what would become Lebanon, a small city in the mountains. His family was poor and Gibran moved to Boston with his mother when he was twelve years old. He enrolled in art school, and both painted and wrote. His first published works were drawings, used for book covers, in 1898. He published "The Prophet" in 1923 and he slowly become well-known as a writer. He died on April 10, 1931, in New York City.

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Thought-provoking, comforting and wise, the simple truths of The Prophet remain compelling and rewarding to this day. Part of the Macmillan Collector's Library; a series of stunning, clothbound, pocket sized classics with gold foiled edges and ribbon markers. These beautiful books make perfect gifts or a treat for any book lover.

Utterly unique and beloved around the world, The Prophet is a collection of twenty-six poetic essays by the Lebanese artist, philosopher and writer Khalil Gibran. Telling the story of the prophet Al-Mustafa and his conversations with various acquaintances as he returns home after a long absence, the book touches on subjects of universal concern, including love, friendship, passion, pain, religion and freedom.