Sand and Foam
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A collection of inspirational aphorisms, parables, and poems by the acclaimed author of The Prophet. Published in 1926, Sand and Foam showcases Kahlil Gibran's ability to capture complex ideas in just a line or two. As he touches on themes like faith, humanity, youth, knowledge, greed, and apathy, his words are sure to motivate and inspire readers in search of guidance in their daily lives. Gibran was a Lebanese American writer, poet, visual artist, and philosopher. His work The Prophet has been translated into over one hundred languages and has not been out of print since it was originally published in 1923. Fans of Gibran's work include David Bowie, Johnny Cash, John Lennon, and Elvis Presley.
Kahlil Gibran
Kahlil Gibran (January 6, 1883–April 10, 1931) was a Lebanese-American artist, poet, and writer of the New York Pen League. A native of what is now Lebanon, he immigrated with his family to the United States, where he studied art and began his literary career, writing in both English and Arabic. He is chiefly known in the English-speaking world for his 1923 book The Prophet.Neil Douglas-Klotz, PhD, is a world-renowned scholar in religious studies, spirituality, and psychology. Living in Scotland, he directs the Edinburgh Institute for Advanced Learning and for many years was co-chair of the Mysticism Group of the American Academy of Religion. He is also co-founder of the international Network of the Dances of Universal Peace. Visit him at https://abwoon.org/.
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