The Rumi Collection: An Anthology of Translations of Mevlana Jalaluddin Rumi (Shambhala Classics)
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Arranged by topic and theme, this introduction to the works of the great mystical poet Rumi features some of the best translations of his verse Rumi’s poems are beloved for their touching perceptions of humanity and the Divine. Here is a rich introduction to the work of the great mystical poet, featuring leading literary translations of his verse. Translators include Coleman Barks, Robert Bly, Andrew Harvey, Kabir Helminski, Camille Helminski, Daniel Liebert, and Peter Lamborn Wilson. To display the major themes of Rumi’s work, each of the eighteen chapters in this anthology are arranged topically, such as “The Inner Work,” “The Ego Animal,” “Passion for God,” “Praise,” and “Purity.” Also contained here is a biography of Rumi by Andrew Harvey, as well as an introductory essay by Kabir Helminski on the art of translating Rumi's work into English. Review: Rumi touches my soul - This is actually my favorite Rumi collection I've found, Helminski is an amazing translator, and he includes many poems and passages translated by other people as well, so you get the best selection of translations chosen by a true expert. Touches me to tears sometimes, right in the heart of my deepest being, where only the truest of lovers can touch. Highly recommended. Review: Anyone interested in poetry should read Rumi. - Remarably beautiful book. Rumi is universal appealing to all instincts east and west.. .Translation are amazing. The essence of the work materializes without effort. Thanks to the translators. An onerous undertaking. One they all fulfilled maticulusly and lovingly. The languge
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| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 209 Reviews |
X**X
Rumi touches my soul
This is actually my favorite Rumi collection I've found, Helminski is an amazing translator, and he includes many poems and passages translated by other people as well, so you get the best selection of translations chosen by a true expert. Touches me to tears sometimes, right in the heart of my deepest being, where only the truest of lovers can touch. Highly recommended.
P**O
Anyone interested in poetry should read Rumi.
Remarably beautiful book. Rumi is universal appealing to all instincts east and west.. .Translation are amazing. The essence of the work materializes without effort. Thanks to the translators. An onerous undertaking. One they all fulfilled maticulusly and lovingly. The languge
J**Y
Rumi is a Great Poet
Rumi is actually a great poet! I'm not a Muslim myself, (I'm a Christian actually) but you cannot deny his writing capability.
A**L
a banquet of translations
I adore Rumi. I appreciate the work of Kabir Helminski. After reading a few poems, I get a sense of the voice of each translator, so that after reading the first 2 lines of any of these, I know who translated it. Some of these short verses are so ecstatic that they take my breath away and I have to put the book down and just let it in. This little book goes a long way. Ann C.
N**A
Very nice anthology
For those who like to read Rumi this is a very well put together anthology of his works
C**R
Quality of book great content powerfully moving and beautiful
The size is perfect for travel or the beach
X**R
Good introduction to Rumi's work
I really wanted to like this book. I think that some of the translations were fairly accurate but missed certain things from his vocabulary by making the grammar a little to complex and technical. I think it would reAD better with more focus on simplicity.
A**R
Best Book
Book quality 5***** Price 5***** About the Book:- 5***** This is a gem of a book. I can read this over and over its so good. Rumi is master of peoms and these are some of the best peoms I have ever read. Very easy read. I have started to collect other Rumi books now..
P**N
Great translations by poets who know their craft
This anthology of Rumi's poems is inspiring and moving. It's a book I often open at random, to be pleasantly surprised by the diversity of thoughts and the personal touch each translator has brought to these ancient poems. The book itself is a beauty, I love that it is a hardcover edition. It's a small book, that I can easily take with me whenever I travel. Beautiful!!
F**E
A must-own.
A must-own.
A**I
Good
Good
A**R
thought-provoking
A beautifully designed and presented book, with thought-provoking translations of Rumi's work. The essays in the beginning on translating Rumi were a useful addition.
R**E
I enjoy reading Rumi's pithy wisdom sayings and this is a ...
I enjoy reading Rumi's pithy wisdom sayings and this is a nice little (pocket sized) book with a lot of good content.
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